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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a PBM Vice President in the United States is $290,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $139.
However, a PBM Vice President's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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PBM Vice President Salaries by Percentile
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| 75th Percentile | $344,800 | $28,733 | $6,631 | $166 |
| Average | $290,100 | $24,175 | $5,579 | $139 |
| 25th Percentile | $254,300 | $21,192 | $4,890 | $122 |
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Confidential - Columbus, OH
Confidential - Columbus, OH
Confidential - Columbus, OH
A PBM Vice President's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract PBM Vice Presidents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
PBM Vice President salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $321,681. While startup companies pay approximate $272,879.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $272,879 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $288,416 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $310,796 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $321,681 |
For PBM Vice President roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, PBM Vice President positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view PBM Vice President as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance | $377,130 | $181.0 | 30% |
| Healthcare | $348,120 | $167.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a PBM Vice President's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $344,800 | $28,733 | $6,631 | $166 |
| Average | $290,100 | $24,175 | $5,579 | $139 |
| 25th Percentile | $254,300 | $21,192 | $4,890 | $122 |
For a PBM Vice President, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the PBM Senior Vice President role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $320,600 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.
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The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for PBM Vice President roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.
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