salary$169,210 a year$81 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$129,900per year
Top pay (top 10%)$200,000per year
Jobs in the area300people work this job
Can a pharmacist afford Salem?
Cheap. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 12.0% 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 Salem, OR?
The median pay for a pharmacist in the Salem, OR area is $169,210 a year ($81 an hour). Most earn between $129,900 and $200,000.
Can a pharmacist afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 12.0% 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 Salem, OR metro area.