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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Pharmacists salary in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Minneapolis metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$156,060
Mean annual$148,770
Range (10th to 90th)$124,780 to $170,630
Minneapolis, Minnesota employment3,960
State vs national+11.4% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Minneapolis pharmacists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$124,78025TH$136,350MEDIAN$156,06075TH$165,47090TH$170,630

The middle 50% of workers earn between $136,350 and $165,470, with a median of $156,060.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Doctoral or professional degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Medicine and Dentistry

    Knowledge

    4.6 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.3 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.2 / 5
  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.2 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.1 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.1 / 5
  • Chemistry

    Knowledge

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Review prescriptions to assure accuracy, to ascertain the needed ingredients, and to evaluate their suitability.

  2. 02

    Assess the identity, strength, or purity of medications.

  3. 03

    Provide information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper medication storage.

  4. 04

    Analyze prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and to prevent excessive usage or harmful interactions.

  5. 05

    Maintain records, such as pharmacy files, patient profiles, charge system files, inventories, control records for radioactive nuclei, or registries of poisons, narcotics, or controlled drugs.

  6. 06

    Collaborate with other health care professionals to plan, monitor, review, or evaluate the quality or effectiveness of drugs or drug regimens, providing advice on drug applications or characteristics.

  7. 07

    Plan, implement, or maintain procedures for mixing, packaging, or labeling pharmaceuticals, according to policy and legal requirements, to ensure quality, security, and proper disposal.

  8. 08

    Order and purchase pharmaceutical supplies, medical supplies, or drugs, maintaining stock and storing and handling it properly.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Pharmacists in Minneapolis, Minnesota?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Pharmacists in the Minneapolis metropolitan area is $156,060.
Does Minneapolis pay more than the Minnesota state average for Pharmacists?
The Minneapolis metro median is +0.9% versus the Minnesota state median of $154,610.
How does Minneapolis compare to the national median for Pharmacists?
The Minneapolis metro median is +11.4% versus the BLS national figure of $140,121.
What is the salary range for Pharmacists in Minneapolis?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $124,780 and the 90th-percentile at $170,630 for the Minneapolis metro area.
What education is required for Pharmacists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Doctoral or professional degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Minneapolis CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.