Pharmacist Salary in Australia
The median salary for a Pharmacist in Australia is A$151,000 per year. Most pharmacists earn between A$112,000 and A$269,000, with the top 10% earning A$269,000 or more.
Pay percentiles
Regional estimateGross annual, local currency.
Salary by seniority
Estimated| Junior | A$91,000 | -40% |
| Mid-level | A$133,000 | -12% |
| Senior | A$189,000 | +25% |
| Lead / Exec | A$264,000 | +75% |
Total compensation
Benefits are worth about A$18,000 a year on top of cash pay.
Where this pay goes furthest
The same package, in local cost-of-living terms, across markets.
- India₹965,000
- Portugal€31,000
- PolandPLN 174,000
- Italy€46,000
- Japan¥7,916,000
- Spain€50,000
How we calculate this
These figures represent a regional estimate of gross annual salaries for Pharmacists in Australia. They are based on data collected from various sources and should be considered a guide rather than an official statistic.
Frequently asked questions
Is A$151,000 a good salary for a Pharmacist in Australia?
Earning A$151,000 places you at the median for a Pharmacist in Australia. This means half of all pharmacists earn more, and half earn less. The range extends significantly, with top earners making A$269,000.
How does a Senior Pharmacist salary compare to a Junior Pharmacist salary?
The median salary for a Junior Pharmacist is A$91,000. In contrast, a Senior Pharmacist has a median salary of A$189,000, reflecting increased experience and responsibility.
What is the total compensation for a Pharmacist?
The total compensation for a Pharmacist includes their base salary plus benefits. The estimated value of benefits per year is A$18,000, which should be considered alongside your gross annual earnings.
How are these Pharmacist salary figures calculated?
These figures are derived from a dataset representing Pharmacist salaries across Australia. They include percentiles like the 25th (A$112,000), median (A$151,000), 75th (A$204,000), and top 10% (A$269,000).