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Pharmacist Salary in Australia

Pharmacists dispense medication and advise patients and providers on safe, effective use. The Australia median is $224,153 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$224,153
per year
Monthly (national)
$18,668
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$224,153
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$107.77
varies by city

Pharmacist salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$224,153
Canberra, ACT$224,153
Sunshine Coast, QLD$224,153
Wollongong, NSW$224,153
Hobart, TAS$224,153
Darwin, NT$224,153
Mackay, QLD$224,153
Sydney, NSW$165,859
Melbourne, VIC$163,083
Brisbane, QLD$149,898
Perth, WA$146,428
Adelaide, SA$129,079

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a pharmacist make in Australia?
The national median pharmacist salary in Australia is about $323,000 per year ($26,900 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $186,000 to $323,000.
Which Australia city pays pharmacists the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $323,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays pharmacists the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $186,000 per year for a pharmacist.
What is the typical salary range for a pharmacist in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, pharmacist pay commonly spans from about $132,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $411,800 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have pharmacist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes pharmacist pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is pharmacist in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +3% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.