Average Pharmacist Salary in Alabama

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Pharmacist in Alabama earns $127,600 per year, which is below the national average of $132,750. This translates to approximately $61.35 per hour, $4,908 biweekly, or $10,633 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Alabama is 13% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$95,700	$46.01
Average (50th)	$127,600	$61.35
Experienced (75th)	$146,700	$70.55
Top Earners (90th)	$165,900	$79.76

Pharmacist Salary by City in Alabama

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Birmingham	$137,800	$11,483/mo
Huntsville	$130,200	$10,850/mo
Mobile	$125,000	$10,417/mo
Montgomery	$121,200	$10,100/mo
Tuscaloosa	$118,700	$9,892/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Doctoral degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	3% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	2%-5% (3 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.87 (-13% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Alabama

Major employers hiring Pharmacists in Alabama include Redstone Arsenal, UAB Health System, Boeing, Hyundai, and Honda. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

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