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Pharmacist Salary in Malaysia

Pharmacists dispense medication and advise patients and providers on safe, effective use. The Malaysia median is $89,438 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$89,438
per year
Monthly (national)
$7,445
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$89,438
Johor Bahru, MY
Hourly (national)
$43.00
varies by city

Pharmacist salary by city in Malaysia

CityPer year
Johor Bahru, MY$89,438
Petaling Jaya, MY$89,438
Ipoh, MY$89,438
Malacca, MY$89,438
Kota Bharu, MY$89,438
Kuantan, MY$89,438
Kota Kinabalu, MY$89,438
Kuala Terengganu, MY$89,438
Alor Setar, MY$89,438
Kuching, MY$89,438
Seremban, MY$89,438
Kuala Lumpur, MY$62,656

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a pharmacist make in Malaysia?
The national median pharmacist salary in Malaysia is about RM 364,000 per year (RM 30,300 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about RM 255,000 to RM 364,000.
Which Malaysia city pays pharmacists the most?
Johor Bahru, MY pays the most at about RM 364,000 per year.
Which Malaysia city pays pharmacists the least?
Among cities we cover, Kuala Lumpur, MY is on the lower end at about RM 255,000 per year for a pharmacist.
What is the typical salary range for a pharmacist in Malaysia?
Across Malaysia cities we cover, pharmacist pay commonly spans from about RM 180,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about RM 464,100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Malaysia cities have pharmacist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes pharmacist pay for 12 cities in Malaysia, all shown in MYR.
Is pharmacist in demand in Malaysia?
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.