Hire Pharmacists in New York
New York has 19,600 licensed pharmacists — ranking #3 nationally. Median salary: $139k. Healthcare jobs growing 5%.
New York ranks #3 of 51 states for pharmacists with 19,600 providers (122 per 100K residents, 23% above the national average of 99). New York leads with 7,560 providers. Average time-to-fill: ~35 days. Sign-on bonuses avg $15,000.
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Pharmacists Salary & Compensation in New York
To recruit mid-career pharmacists in New York, target offers at $145,982+. Sign-on bonuses averaging $15,000 can help close competitive candidates. (Source: BLS OOH)
Pharmacists Supply by City in New York
| City | Providers | Per 100K | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 7,560 | 90 | 8,400,000 |
| Brooklyn | 2,340 | 90 | 2,600,000 |
| Queens | 2,070 | 90 | 2,300,000 |
| Bronx | 1,260 | 90 | 1,400,000 |
| Staten Island | 428 | 90 | 475,000 |
| Buffalo | 229 | 90 | 255,000 |
| Rochester | 185 | 90 | 206,000 |
| Yonkers | 180 | 90 | 200,000 |
| Syracuse | 128 | 90 | 142,000 |
| Albany | 87 | 90 | 97,000 |
10 cities in New York have pharmacists data. National average: 99 per 100K residents.
New York Recruiting Market Overview
New York ranks #3 of 51 states for pharmacists with 19,600 providers (122 per 100K residents, 23% above the national average of 99). New York leads with 7,560 providers.
New York is not a compact state — individual licensure required. NPs have full practice authority.
With 18.2% annual turnover, New York sees approximately 3,567 pharmacists position changes per year. Top retention factors: work-life balance (85%), competitive salary (82%), and supportive management (78%).
Average time-to-fill is ~35 days. Recruiters should factor in 60-120 days for hospital credentialing and 90-180 days for insurance paneling.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Hiring Pharmacists in New York
How many pharmacists are in New York?
New York has 19,600 licensed pharmacists, ranking #3 nationally with 122 per 100K residents. Source: CMS NPPES NPI Registry.
What is the salary for pharmacists in New York?
The national median is $139,030. Entry-level: $118,000, Senior: $152,000. Sign-on bonuses averaging $15,000 are common for hard-to-fill roles. Source: BLS 2024.
Is New York a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
No, New York requires individual state licensure. The compact includes 42 member states.
Which cities in New York have the most pharmacists?
Top cities: New York (7,560), Brooklyn (2,340), Queens (2,070). New York has 90 per 100K residents.
What is the turnover rate for pharmacists in New York?
Annual turnover averages 18.2%. Top exit reasons: burnout (35%), better pay (28%). Proactive retention programs reduce turnover 25-40%.
How long does recruiting pharmacists take?
Average time-to-fill is ~35 days (low competition). Hospital credentialing adds 60-120 days. Start the process early to avoid staffing gaps.
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