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Pharmacist Salary in New Zealand

Pharmacists dispense medication and advise patients and providers on safe, effective use. The New Zealand median is $103,061 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$103,061
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,579
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$103,061
Manukau, NZ
Hourly (national)
$49.55
varies by city

Pharmacist salary by city in New Zealand

CityPer year
Manukau, NZ$103,061
Hamilton, NZ$103,061
Tauranga, NZ$103,061
Dunedin, NZ$103,061
Lower Hutt, NZ$103,061
Wellington, NZ$77,152
Auckland, NZ$72,546
Christchurch, NZ$66,788

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a pharmacist make in New Zealand?
The national median pharmacist salary in New Zealand is about $179,000 per year ($14,900 per month). Across 8 cities, pay ranges from about $116,000 to $179,000.
Which New Zealand city pays pharmacists the most?
Manukau, NZ pays the most at about $179,000 per year.
Which New Zealand city pays pharmacists the least?
Among cities we cover, Christchurch, NZ is on the lower end at about $116,000 per year for a pharmacist.
What is the typical salary range for a pharmacist in New Zealand?
Across New Zealand cities we cover, pharmacist pay commonly spans from about $76,900 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $228,200 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many New Zealand cities have pharmacist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes pharmacist pay for 8 cities in New Zealand, all shown in NZD.
Is pharmacist in demand in New Zealand?
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.