salary$161,410 a year$78 an hour · median pay in the Chico, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$123,040per year
Top pay (top 10%)$200,680per year
Jobs in the area160people work this job
Can a pharmacist afford Chico?
Cheap. Rent of $1,675 a month takes 12.5% of the median pharmacist salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacist make in Chico, CA?
The median pay for a pharmacist in the Chico, CA area is $161,410 a year ($78 an hour). Most earn between $123,040 and $200,680.
Can a pharmacist afford to live in Chico?
Typical rent of $1,675 a month takes 12.5% of the median pharmacist salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Chico, CA metro area.