Pharmacist Salary in Texas: $143,451 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Texas's 109 metropolitan areas, the average median pharmacist pay sits at $143,451/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1051. Because Texas sits at BEA RPP 96.0 (4% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $149,428 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Midland ($161,260), San Marcos ($154,818), Round Rock ($152,349).
In Texas, the projected average median salary for pharmacists in 2026 is $143,451, which is slightly lower than the national median of $143,489, reflecting a -0.0% variance. Between cities, the salary range varies significantly, with Midland featuring the highest salary at $164,211 compared to the lowest in El Paso at $127,196, creating a gap of $37,015. This disparity can be attributed to local demand for pharmacists, cost of living, and the concentration of healthcare facilities in urban versus rural areas. Texas has specific state licensing requirements and a defined scope of practice that influences pharmacist roles. Factors such as an increasing population and healthcare accessibility drive demand for pharmacists, contributing to an estimated annual growth rate of 1.83% in employment opportunities. As of 2026, the total employed pharmacists in Texas is projected at 23,893, with major employers including hospitals, retail pharmacies, and clinics. The top five cities for pharmacist salaries are Midland ($164,211), San Marcos ($157,651), Round Rock ($155,137), New Braunfels ($154,584), and Austin ($154,059). Understanding these dynamics can help prospective pharmacists make informed decisions about their careers in Texas.
Texas Pharmacist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Texas: $48,451 (lowest entry-level) to $201,595 (highest top earner)
Texas vs National Average
Texas pharmacists earn 0.03% less than the national median ($-38/year difference).
Texas Pharmacist Salary Distribution (2026)
Pharmacist salaries in Texas range from $97,016 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $173,174 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $143,451. The Texas median is $38 below the US national median of $143,489. The average hourly rate is $68.97/hr. Approximately 23,893 pharmacists are employed across 109 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$129,820
2025 BLS Actual
$140,873
2026 Current Est.
$143,451
2019–2027 Growth
+12.5%
Salary Trajectory for Pharmacists in Texas (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 1.83% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $129,820 | Actual |
| 2020 | $128,804 | Actual |
| 2021 | $129,377 | Actual |
| 2022 | $131,954 | Actual |
| 2023 | $135,316 | Actual |
| 2024 | $137,681 | Actual |
| 2025 | $140,873 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $143,451 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $146,076 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Texas metropolitan area, the median pharmacist salary grew 8.5% from $129,820 (2019) to $140,873 (2025). At a 1.83% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $146,076 by 2027 — a total increase of $16,256 (12.52%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Texas 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.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Texas
Lowest Paying Cities in Texas
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| El Paso | $127,196 |
| Laredo | $127,349 |
| Tomball | $129,035 |
| Murphy | $130,072 |
| Horizon City | $130,950 |
Best Value Cities for Pharmacists in Texas
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Texas cities offer the most purchasing power for pharmacists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland | $164,211 | 95.783 | $171,441 |
| Killeen | $152,531 | 91.132 | $167,374 |
| Waco | $153,468 | 92.55 | $165,822 |
| San Marcos | $157,651 | 96 | $164,220 |
| McAllen | $140,220 | 85.895 | $163,246 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Texas
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $97,016 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $143,451 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $173,174 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Texas metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 109 Cities in Texas
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midland | $164,211 |
| 2 | San Marcos | $157,651 |
| 3 | Round Rock | $155,137 |
| 4 | New Braunfels | $154,584 |
| 5 | Austin | $154,059 |
| 6 | Waco | $153,468 |
| 7 | San Antonio | $153,254 |
| 8 | Killeen | $152,531 |
| 9 | Temple | $151,281 |
| 10 | Lubbock | $148,560 |
| 11 | Irving | $147,464 |
| 12 | Plano | $146,977 |
| 13 | Garland | $146,213 |
| 14 | Amarillo | $146,146 |
| 15 | Frisco | $145,690 |
| 16 | Odessa | $143,845 |
| 17 | Victoria | $143,438 |
| 18 | Port Arthur | $143,298 |
| 19 | San Angelo | $143,244 |
| 20 | Houston | $143,041 |
| 21 | Conroe | $142,707 |
| 22 | Richardson | $142,441 |
| 23 | Carrollton | $142,418 |
| 24 | Grand Prairie | $142,179 |
| 25 | Wichita Falls | $141,951 |
| 26 | Mission | $141,470 |
| 27 | The Woodlands | $141,330 |
| 28 | Pasadena | $141,170 |
| 29 | Galveston | $141,135 |
| 30 | DeSoto | $141,036 |
| 31 | Missouri City | $140,891 |
| 32 | Dallas | $140,699 |
| 33 | Sugar Land | $140,292 |
| 34 | Allen | $140,281 |
| 35 | McAllen | $140,220 |
| 36 | League City | $140,156 |
| 37 | Cedar Park | $140,094 |
| 38 | Beaumont | $140,088 |
| 39 | Georgetown | $140,044 |
| 40 | Baytown | $139,988 |
| 41 | Denton | $139,905 |
| 42 | Wylie | $139,888 |
| 43 | Cleburne | $139,868 |
| 44 | Mesquite | $139,849 |
| 45 | Longview | $139,792 |
| 46 | Fort Worth | $139,781 |
| 47 | Pharr | $139,742 |
| 48 | McKinney | $139,724 |
| 49 | Pearland | $139,440 |
| 50 | Burleson | $139,343 |
| 51 | Tyler | $139,293 |
| 52 | Pflugerville | $139,163 |
| 53 | Cedar Hill | $139,104 |
| 54 | College Station | $138,804 |
| 55 | Flower Mound | $138,763 |
| 56 | Kyle | $138,673 |
| 57 | Corpus Christi | $138,642 |
| 58 | Del Rio | $138,514 |
| 59 | Coppell | $138,186 |
| 60 | Forney | $137,967 |
| 61 | Arlington | $137,856 |
| 62 | Rowlett | $137,826 |
| 63 | The Colony | $137,618 |
| 64 | Anna | $137,564 |
| 65 | Huntsville | $137,411 |
| 66 | Mansfield | $136,980 |
| 67 | Weatherford | $136,952 |
| 68 | Euless | $136,890 |
| 69 | Edinburg | $136,849 |
| 70 | Weslaco | $136,799 |
| 71 | Hurst | $136,734 |
| 72 | Grapevine | $136,567 |
| 73 | Leander | $136,534 |
| 74 | Little Elm | $136,527 |
| 75 | Lancaster | $136,406 |
| 76 | North Richland Hills | $136,311 |
| 77 | Duncanville | $136,286 |
| 78 | Abilene | $136,106 |
| 79 | Harlingen | $136,062 |
| 80 | Copperas Cove | $136,025 |
| 81 | Friendswood | $136,002 |
| 82 | Seguin | $135,435 |
| 83 | Rockwall | $135,250 |
| 84 | Corinth | $135,108 |
| 85 | Schertz | $134,987 |
| 86 | Texarkana | $134,955 |
| 87 | Corsicana | $134,875 |
| 88 | San Juan | $134,780 |
| 89 | Kingsville | $134,769 |
| 90 | Prosper | $134,736 |
| 91 | Sachse | $134,397 |
| 92 | Bastrop | $134,378 |
| 93 | Socorro | $134,147 |
| 94 | Eagle Pass | $133,895 |
| 95 | Sherman | $133,835 |
| 96 | Keller | $133,699 |
| 97 | Brownsville | $133,682 |
| 98 | Lufkin | $133,546 |
| 99 | Haltom City | $133,535 |
| 100 | Nacogdoches | $133,535 |
| 101 | Benbrook | $133,426 |
| 102 | University Park | $133,299 |
| 103 | Fredericksburg | $132,463 |
| 104 | Stephenville | $131,522 |
| 105 | Horizon City | $130,950 |
| 106 | Murphy | $130,072 |
| 107 | Tomball | $129,035 |
| 108 | Laredo | $127,349 |
| 109 | El Paso | $127,196 |
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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 Texas. State averages are employment-weighted across 109 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