Pharmacist Salary in Virginia

Employed pharmacists in Virginia typically earn about $117,515–$144,060 a year ($56.50–$69.26 an hour), per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025). It's a range, not a single rate.

Pharmacy pay in Virginia, at a glance

RoleTypical annual (BLS)HourlyEmployed
Pharmacist$117,515$144,060$56.50$69.267,980
Pharmacy technician$37,110$44,610$17.84$21.4510,720

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2025. The range runs from a realistic entry level to the median; pay above the median exists in hospital, specialty, and management roles.

Frequently asked questions

How much do pharmacists make in Virginia?

Employed pharmacists in Virginia typically earn about $117,515–$144,060 a year (roughly $56.50–$69.26 an hour), per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2025). That is a range, not a single rate — pay depends on setting, experience, and shift type. These are employed (W-2) wages, not a per-diem or contract rate and not an individual offer.

How much do pharmacy technicians make in Virginia?

Employed pharmacy technicians in Virginia typically earn about $37,110–$44,610 a year (roughly $17.84–$21.45 an hour), per BLS OEWS (2025). Certification, setting, and experience move a technician within that range.

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