Pharmacist salary in Texas
Pharmacists in Texas earn a median $138,260 a year, 2% below the national median of $140,910. That ranks #31 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $105,767.
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 | $138,260 | $11,522 | $5,318 | $66.47 |
| Average pay | $137,510 | $11,459 | $5,289 | $66.11 |
| Take-home (median) | $105,767 | $8,814 | $4,068 | $50.85 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $21,916 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $10,577 |
| Texas income tax | $0 |
| Take-home | $105,767 |
Texas's prices are 3% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $108,974 buys in an average-priced state. The Texas minimum wage is $7.25; the median pharmacist earns 9.2 times that.
Pharmacist pay in Texas vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $138,260 | $105,767 | $108,974 |
| Arkansas | $136,060 | $99,716 | $114,700 |
| Louisiana | $132,410 | $98,182 | $111,309 |
| New Mexico | $147,000 | $105,868 | $114,810 |
| Oklahoma | $135,140 | $98,098 | $111,675 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do pharmacists make in Texas?
- The median salary is $138,260 a year ($66.47 an hour), and the average is $137,510, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do pharmacists take home in Texas?
- About $105,767 a year after federal taxes, or $4,068 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do pharmacists earn more in Texas than the national average?
- Texas ranks #31 of 51 for median pay, 2% below the U.S. median of $140,910. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #22.