Pharmacist Salary in Puerto Rico: $113,848 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Puerto Rico's 6 metropolitan areas, the average median pharmacist pay sits at $113,848/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1051. Because Puerto Rico sits at BEA RPP 75.0 (25% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $151,797 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Guayama ($117,950), San Juan ($113,420), Mayaguez ($111,950).
In Puerto Rico, the projected average median salary for pharmacists in 2026 is $113,848, which is about 20.7% lower than the national median of $143,489. The highest salaries can be found in Guayama at $120,108, while Aguadilla offers the lowest at $106,820. This $13,288 salary gap reflects various factors, including the local cost of living, the demand for pharmacists in different regions, and the availability of job opportunities. Pharmacists in Puerto Rico must adhere to specific state licensing requirements and practice under established scope of practice laws, which may influence their salary levels and job responsibilities. Factors driving demand include population health needs, an aging population, and increased focus on chronic disease management. The employment outlook for pharmacists in Puerto Rico is projected to grow at an annual rate of 1.83%, indicating steady demand for the profession. As of 2026, there are approximately 2,110 pharmacists employed across the island. Major cities like San Juan, Mayaguez, Ponce, and Arecibo also show varying salary levels: San Juan at $115,496, Mayaguez at $113,999, Ponce at $108,968, and Arecibo at $107,818. These differences can be attributed to local market conditions, population density, and healthcare infrastructure.
Puerto Rico Pharmacist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Puerto Rico: $56,017 (lowest entry-level) to $134,843 (highest top earner)
Puerto Rico vs National Average
Puerto Rico pharmacists earn 20.66% less than the national median ($-29,641/year difference).
Puerto Rico Pharmacist Salary Distribution (2026)
Pharmacist salaries in Puerto Rico range from $62,209 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $129,551 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $113,848. The Puerto Rico median is $29,641 below the US national median of $143,489. The average hourly rate is $54.73/hr. Approximately 2,110 pharmacists are employed across 6 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$95,543
2025 BLS Actual
$111,802
2026 Current Est.
$113,848
2019–2027 Growth
+21.3%
Salary Trajectory for Pharmacists in Puerto Rico (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 1.83% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $95,543 | Actual |
| 2020 | $97,885 | Actual |
| 2021 | $100,607 | Actual |
| 2022 | $104,866 | Actual |
| 2023 | $108,561 | Actual |
| 2024 | $106,779 | Actual |
| 2025 | $111,802 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $113,848 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $115,931 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Puerto Rico metropolitan area, the median pharmacist salary grew 17.0% from $95,543 (2019) to $111,802 (2025). At a 1.83% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $115,931 by 2027 — a total increase of $20,388 (21.34%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Puerto Rico metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 1.83% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
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Salary by Experience Level in Puerto Rico
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $62,209 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $113,848 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $129,551 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Puerto Rico metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
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Written by Sofia Chen, PharmD
Career Analyst
Sofia Chen has 10 years of experience in community pharmacy. She specializes in medication therapy management.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 1.83% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 pharmacist compensation across Puerto Rico. State averages are employment-weighted across 6 metro areas — larger metro areas with more pharmacistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.83%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for pharmacists (SOC 29-1051).
Compiled and verified by Sofia Chen, PharmD, a licensed pharmacist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov