Average Pharmacist Salary in Georgia

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Pharmacist in Georgia earns $130,000 per year, which is below the national average of $132,750. This translates to approximately $62.50 per hour, $5,000 biweekly, or $10,833 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Georgia is 7% 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)	$97,500	$46.88
Average (50th)	$130,000	$62.50
Experienced (75th)	$149,500	$71.88
Top Earners (90th)	$169,000	$81.25

Pharmacist Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$140,400	$11,700/mo
Augusta	$132,600	$11,050/mo
Savannah	$127,400	$10,617/mo
Athens	$123,500	$10,292/mo
Macon	$120,900	$10,075/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Doctoral degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	3% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-5.75% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.93 (-7% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Georgia

Major employers hiring Pharmacists in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

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