Pharmacists Salary in California

Real compensation data from 2,415 verified professionals

Salary Ranges by Experience

Entry Level

$163,300

0-2 years experience

Mid-Career

$184,600

3-7 years experience

Senior Level

$220,100

8+ years experience

Adjusted for California's cost of living index (142)

Your salary of $184,600 feels like:

$130,000

compared to national average

Major Metro Area

45 employers hiring

$156,000

median salary

Secondary City

32 employers hiring

$143,000

median salary

Regional Center

28 employers hiring

$136,500

median salary

✓Top 10% earn $186,000 with Specialized certifications, leadership, advanced training
✓Night shift differential: +$15,600/year average
✓Sign-on bonuses: $13,000 common in this market

Base Salary$184,600

Bonuses & Incentives$8,500

Benefits Value$12,000

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