What pharmacists earn in Delaware and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $148,740 | $71.51 | 6,460 |
| Sussex Delaware nonmetropolitan area | $154,240 | $74.15 | 150 |
| Dover, DE | $151,930 | $73.05 | 90 |
Pharmacists in Delaware earned a median of $152,880 a year ($73.50 an hour) in May 2025, 8% more than the national median of $140,910. The middle half earned $135,320 to $165,170.
Among areas in Delaware, pay was highest in Dover, DE at $151,930.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.