Pharmacists Salary in Kentucky
Pharmacists in Kentucky earn a median of $136,530 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $136,530
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($140,910)
- Rank among states
- 40 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,030
Pay range in Kentucky
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $84,280; the top 10% earn over $168,940. Nationally the range is $99,290 to $174,230.
States ranked near Kentucky
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- Obstetricians and Gynecologists$317,110 median in Kentucky
- Allergists and Immunologists$327,390 median in Kentucky (broader BLS group)
Pharmacists pay in Kentucky
How much do pharmacists make in Kentucky?
The median is $136,530 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $84,280 and the top 10% earn over $168,940. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Kentucky a good state for pharmacists?
On pay alone it ranks 40 of 51 (−3% vs. the national median of $140,910). Living costs are not included.