Salary distribution
Where Ohio pharmacists fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $124,260 and $151,810, with a median of $134,440.
Pharmacists in Ohio: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 17 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $125,715. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 1 | $116,480 |
| Level II — qualified | 13 | $123,870 |
| Level III — experienced | 3 | $153,959 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Pharmacists in Ohio. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walgreen Co. | Pharmacy Manager | 4 | $138,915 |
| CVS Rx Services Inc. | Staff Pharmacist FT | 3 | $141,440 |
| ADENA HEALTH SYSTEM | Pharmacist | 3 | $116,480 |
| University Hospitals Home Care Services, Inc. | Clinical Pharmacy Specialist | 2 | $122,720 |
| Bon Secours Mercy Health, Inc. | Pharmacist | 1 | $119,122 |
| The Kroger Company | Staff Pharmacist | 1 | $128,606 |
| Rite Aid of Ohio Inc. | Staff Pharmacist | 1 | $134,680 |
| Aultman Hospital | Informatics Pharmacist | 1 | $149,483 |
| University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center | Clinical Pharmacy Specialist | 1 | $125,715 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Pharmacy Manager at Walgreen Co.$153,959WhitehallWage Level IIIDecided Sep 22, 2025I-200-25258-309079
- Pharmacist at Bon Secours Mercy Health, Inc.$119,122SpringfieldWage Level IIDecided Jun 25, 2025I-200-25168-101338
- Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at University Hospitals Home Care Services, Inc.$122,720EuclidWage Level IIDecided Jun 23, 2025I-200-25166-094255
- Staff Pharmacist FT at CVS Rx Services Inc.$143,520AthensWage Level IIDecided May 29, 2025I-200-25141-004501
- Staff Pharmacist FT at CVS Rx Services Inc.$141,440JacksonWage Level IIDecided May 7, 2025I-200-25120-924519
- Staff Pharmacist at CVS Rx Services Inc.$133,120BelpreWage Level IIDecided Apr 29, 2025I-200-25112-889919
- Staff Pharmacist at The Kroger Company$128,606WaverlyWage Level IIDecided Apr 28, 2025I-200-25111-884343
- Staff Pharmacist at Rite Aid of Ohio Inc.$134,680CambridgeWage Level IIDecided Mar 31, 2025I-200-25083-798952
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Pharmacists pay by experience level in Ohio
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Pharmacists specialties in Ohio
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 12 certified offers. The most common variant is Pharmacist at a median of $121,160.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | ADENA HEALTH SYSTEM | 9 | $121,160 |
| Clinical Pharmacy Specialist | University Hospitals Home Care Services, Inc. | 3 | $122,720 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Pharmacists in Ohio, by industry
Median offered wage across 17 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Retail and wholesale leads with a median of $133,900.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail and wholesale | Walgreen Co. | 8 | $133,900 |
| Healthcare | ADENA HEALTH SYSTEM | 8 | $121,940 |
| Finance and insurance | CVS Rx Services Inc. | 1 | $143,520 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Ohio over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.6 / 5
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge
- 4.5 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.2 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.2 / 5
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Chemistry
Knowledge
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Review prescriptions to assure accuracy, to ascertain the needed ingredients, and to evaluate their suitability.
- 02
Assess the identity, strength, or purity of medications.
- 03
Provide information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper medication storage.
- 04
Analyze prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and to prevent excessive usage or harmful interactions.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 08
Order and purchase pharmaceutical supplies, medical supplies, or drugs, maintaining stock and storing and handling it properly.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+4.6%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for pharmacists in major Ohio metropolitan areas.
- Cleveland$136,500
- Cincinnati$135,330
- Columbus$133,650
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Pharmacists in Ohio?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Pharmacists in Ohio is $134,440.
- How does Ohio compare to the national median for Pharmacists?
- The Ohio median is -4.1% versus the BLS national figure of $140,121.
- What is the salary range for Pharmacists in Ohio?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $52,010 and the 90th-percentile at $161,820, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Pharmacists a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 4.6% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- 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.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates 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.