Pharmacist Salary in District of Columbia
A pharmacist in District of Columbia earns an estimated $164,500 a year ($79.09 an hour). Most workers fall from $111,900 to $238,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Pharmacist pay in District of Columbia
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $111,900 | $53.80 |
| Median (estimate) | $164,500 | $79.09 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $238,500 | $114.66 |
| US national median | $137,500 | $66.11 |
The District of Columbia estimate is 20% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in District of Columbia keeps about $113,009 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $4,346.51 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the District of Columbia paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacist make in District of Columbia?
About $164,500 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.