Pharmacist salary in Arizona
Pharmacists in Arizona earn a median $146,930 a year, 4% above the national median of $140,910. That ranks #12 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $108,422.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-1051. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $146,930 | $12,244 | $5,651 | $70.64 |
| Average pay | $142,330 | $11,861 | $5,474 | $68.43 |
| Take-home (median) | $108,422 | $9,035 | $4,170 | $52.13 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $23,997 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $11,240 |
| Arizona income tax | $3,271 |
| Take-home | $108,422 |
Arizona's prices are 1% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $107,693 buys in an average-priced state. The Arizona minimum wage is $15.15; the median pharmacist earns 4.7 times that.
Pharmacist pay in Arizona vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $146,930 | $108,422 | $107,693 |
| California | $164,610 | $110,573 | $99,867 |
| Colorado | $156,030 | $111,069 | $107,780 |
| New Mexico | $147,000 | $105,868 | $114,810 |
| Nevada | $140,030 | $106,977 | $106,999 |
| Utah | $144,240 | $103,435 | $104,624 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do pharmacists make in Arizona?
- The median salary is $146,930 a year ($70.64 an hour), and the average is $142,330, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do pharmacists take home in Arizona?
- About $108,422 a year after federal and Arizona taxes, or $4,170 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do pharmacists earn more in Arizona than the national average?
- Arizona ranks #12 of 51 for median pay, 4% above the U.S. median of $140,910. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #26.