What are the main factors that influence a Per Diem Pharmacist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Per Diem Pharmacist?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Per Diem Pharmacist roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Per Diem Pharmacist's salary?

A Per Diem Pharmacist's salary grows with experience: a Per Diem Pharmacist (0-0 years)earns $156,787, a Pharmacy Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $127,943, a Pharmacy Manager (5+ years)earns $186,553, a Pharmacy Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $210,640, a Pharmacy Director (5+ years)earns $258,158,

What are the highest paying states for a Per Diem Pharmacist?

Per Diem Pharmacist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Per Diem Pharmacist roles are District of Columbia $169,921, California $169,276, Massachusetts $167,020. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Per Diem Pharmacist roles make?

Salaries for Per Diem Pharmacist level roles vary by specialization: Per Diem Physician: $249,363; Per Diem Attorney: $193,413; Chaplain Per Diem: $111,323; Audiologist Per Diem: $88,616; Rn Per Diem: $82,276.

Per Diem Pharmacist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Per Diem Pharmacist make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Per Diem Pharmacist in Delaware is $155,418 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

However, a Per Diem Pharmacist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $172,204
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $148,851 to $164,204
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $142,871

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Per Diem Pharmacist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,204	$13,684	$3,158	$79
Average	$155,418	$12,952	$2,989	$75
25th Percentile	$148,851	$12,404	$2,863	$72

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Key Factors That Influence Per Diem Pharmacist Salaries

A Per Diem Pharmacist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Per Diem Pharmacist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Per Diem Pharmacist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $156,787
Early Career (1-2 years): $127,943
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $186,553
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $210,640
Expert (over 8 years): $258,158

Levels	Salary
Per Diem ... Level Per Diem Pharmacist	$156,787
Pharmacy ... Level Per Diem Pharmacist	$127,943
Pharmacy ... Level Per Diem Pharmacist	$186,553
Pharmacy ... Level Per Diem Pharmacist	$210,640
Pharmacy ... Level Per Diem Pharmacist	$258,158

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How Do Per Diem Pharmacist Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Per Diem Pharmacists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $169,921.
California: $169,276.
Massachusetts: $167,020.

District of Columbia $169,921 California $169,276 Massachusetts $167,020 Washington $166,406 New Jersey $166,345 Alaska $166,130 Connecticut $164,012 New York $163,153

Hawaii $160,406 Rhode Island $159,117 Maryland $158,242 Minnesota $157,045 Colorado $156,584 Illinois $156,431 Oregon $155,848 Delaware $155,418

New Hampshire $155,148 Virginia $154,543 Pennsylvania $152,778 Nevada $151,888 North Dakota $151,597 Michigan $151,136 Wisconsin $150,967 Vermont $150,630

Texas $149,694 Maine $149,632 Arizona $149,540 Ohio $149,433 Georgia $148,021 Indiana $147,315 Wyoming $147,177 Utah $146,962

Iowa $146,870 Kansas $146,133 Louisiana $145,918 North Carolina $145,842 Missouri $145,811 Florida $145,212 Montana $144,890 Nebraska $144,583

Kentucky $144,414 South Carolina $143,800 Tennessee $143,417 Idaho $143,263 New Mexico $142,143 Oklahoma $141,897 Alabama $140,992 South Dakota $139,473

Arkansas $138,644 West Virginia $138,199 Mississippi $136,864

Top Paying Cities for Per Diem Pharmacists

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:

Lincoln: $154,718
Little Creek: $155,851
Magnolia: $155,627

Lincoln, DE $154,718 Little Creek, DE $155,851 Magnolia, DE $155,627 Milford, DE $155,111 Marydel, DE $155,366 Millsboro, DE $154,069 Millville, DE $154,307 Milton, DE $154,574

Nassau, DE $154,686 Ocean View, DE $154,281 Rehoboth Beach, DE $154,577 Seaford, DE $154,665 Selbyville, DE $154,025 Smyrna, DE $155,958 Viola, DE $155,240 Woodside, DE $155,657

Bear, DE $155,298 Newark, DE $155,240 Claymont, DE $155,558 Delaware City, DE $155,395 Hockessin, DE $155,226 Kirkwood, DE $155,366 Middletown, DE $155,426 Montchanin, DE $155,262

New Castle, DE $155,285 Odessa, DE $155,502 Port Penn, DE $155,607 Rockland, DE $155,277 Saint Georges, DE $155,377 Townsend, DE $155,616 Winterthur, DE $155,295 Lewes, DE $154,634

Wilmington, DE $155,234 Dover, DE $155,851 Dover Afb, DE $155,030 Bethany Beach, DE $154,118 Bethel, DE $154,278 Bridgeville, DE $154,642 Camden Wyoming, DE $155,412 Cheswold, DE $155,800

Clayton, DE $155,805 Dagsboro, DE $154,011 Delmar, DE $153,764 Ellendale, DE $154,230 Felton, DE $155,099 Fenwick Island, DE $154,045 Frankford, DE $153,776 Frederica, DE $155,252

Georgetown, DE $153,952 Greenwood, DE $154,666 Harbeson, DE $154,117 Harrington, DE $154,902 Hartly, DE $155,384 Houston, DE $154,681 Kenton, DE $155,812 Laurel, DE $153,860

Yorklyn, DE $155,272

Per Diem Pharmacist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Per Diem Pharmacist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 122% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Per Diem Pharmacist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Per Diem Pharmacist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Per Diem Pharmacist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$217,585	$105.0	40%
Financial Services	$202,043	$97.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$189,610	$91.0	22%
Biotechnology	$174,068	$84.0	12%
Healthcare	$163,189	$78.0	5%

Per Diem Pharmacist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Per Diem Pharmacist'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$148,851

Average $155,418/year

$164,204

$12,404

Average $12,952/month

$13,684

$2,863

Average $2,989/week

$3,158

$72

Average $75/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,204	$13,684	$3,158	$79
Average	$155,418	$12,952	$2,989	$75
25th Percentile	$148,851	$12,404	$2,863	$72

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