How much does a Pharmacist make in Idaho?

BLS puts the average Pharmacist pay in Idaho at $139,410 a year (BLS, May 2025). On that pay in Idaho, after federal taxes, FICA, and Idaho state taxes, your estimated take-home pay is approximately $100,272 annually ($8,356/month).

What is the take-home pay for a Pharmacist in Idaho?

On a $139,410 salary in Idaho, your take-home pay is approximately $100,272/year or $8,356/month. Federal tax: $22,192. State tax: $6,280. FICA: $10,665.

Is $139,410 a good Pharmacist salary?

$139,410 is the BLS average Pharmacist pay in Idaho, about the same as the US average of $140,920 (BLS, May 2025). The middle 50% in Idaho earn between $131,830 and $160,240.

How do Idaho taxes affect Pharmacist salaries?

Idaho levies state income tax on top of federal taxes. Your estimated state tax on $139,410 is $6,280. Your total effective tax rate is approximately 28.1%.

What are the career growth prospects for Pharmacists?

In Idaho, the top 10% earn over $164,050 and the bottom 10% under $102,180 (BLS, May 2025). 3% growth through 2032 (about as fast as average). Related roles include: Clinical Pharmacist, Retail Pharmacist, Hospital Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician.

How can a Pharmacist in Idaho reduce their tax bill?

Maximize your 401(k) contribution ($24,500 in 2026) to reduce taxable income. An HSA ($4,400 single / $8,750 family) adds further pre-tax savings. These strategies can save thousands annually — use our calculator to see your exact savings.

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Pharmacist Salary in Idaho (2026)

Average Pharmacist pay in Idaho

$139,410/year

≈ $67/hour before tax

Middle 50% earn $131,830–$160,240

US average: $140,920

Source: BLS, May 2025

After tax (single filer)

$100,272/year

$8,356/month · effective tax rate 28.07%

Federal $22,192
State $6,280
FICA $10,665
Take-home

Pay by role in Idaho

Senior / Specialist Pharmacist / Clinical Specialist / Pharmacy ManagerBLS · 75th–90th percentile$160,240–$164,050
Staff Pharmacist (hospital, retail, specialty)BLS · middle 50%$131,830–$160,240
New Graduate PharmacistBLS · 10th–25th percentile$102,180–$131,830

See the full tax breakdown

Category	Amount
Annual Take-Home Pay	$100,272
Monthly Take-Home Pay	$8,356
Biweekly Take-Home Pay	$3,857
Hourly Take-Home Pay based on 2,080 hrs/year	$48/hr
Federal Tax	$22,192
State Tax	$6,280
FICA Taxes	$10,665
Effective Tax Rate total taxes ÷ gross salary	28.07%

Estimates only — not tax advice. · Full disclaimer →

Not all Pharmacists earn the same — not even close

Idaho's pharmacist market is anchored by St Luke's Health System Boise pharmacy services (the largest ID health system ~16K + St Luke's Mountain States Tumor Institute MSTI oncology pharmacy + the substantial St Luke's inpatient + outpatient + specialty pharmacy), Idaho State University ISU College of Pharmacy Pocatello (the only ID PharmD-granting institution + ISU COP founded 1920 + ~75 PharmDs annually + the substantial ISU COP-Anschutz Boise satellite campus), Saint Alphonsus Health System pharmacy Boise (Trinity Health Catholic), Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center Idaho Falls pharmacy, Kootenai Health Coeur d'Alene pharmacy, the substantial ID retail pharmacy chain presence (Walgreens + CVS + Walmart Pharmacy + Albertsons Companies Pharmacy ~1.7K+ stores nationally substantial ID-anchored + Rite Aid pre-2024 bankruptcy + Fred Meyer Pharmacy Kroger-owned), the substantial Fort Hall Indian Reservation IHS pharmacy + the substantial federal IHS pharmacy work, plus ISU COP producing ~75 PharmDs annually as only ID in-state PharmD pipeline.

Senior / Specialist Pharmacist / Clinical Specialist / Pharmacy Manager

$160,240–$164,050

Clinical pharm at St Luke·s + Saint Alphonsus + Eastern Idaho + Kootenai · BCPS + BCCCP credential

Source: BLS May 2025 · Pharmacists · Idaho · 75th–90th percentile

Staff Pharmacist (hospital, retail, specialty)

$131,830–$160,240

Functional staff pharmacist · transitioning to clinical specialist + management track

Source: BLS May 2025 · Pharmacists · Idaho · middle 50%

New Graduate Pharmacist

$102,180–$131,830

ISU College of Pharmacy Pocatello + ISU COP-Anschutz Boise + out-of-state PharmD relocation · entry band

Source: BLS May 2025 · Pharmacists · Idaho · 10th–25th percentile

Worth knowing: Albertsons Companies Pharmacy HQ Boise is one of the country's most distinctive concentrated US single-state supermarket pharmacy chain HQ and a feature most national pharmacist compensation surveys understate for ID. Albertsons Companies Pharmacy (the substantial Albertsons HQ Boise pharmacy operations + ~1.7K+ Albertsons Companies Pharmacy locations across substantial Albertsons + Safeway + Vons + Tom Thumb + Acme + Jewel-Osco + Pavilions + Randalls + Star Market + Carrs banner supermarkets + the substantial Albertsons Companies Pharmacy ~10K+ pharmacy professionals + the substantial Albertsons Companies Pharmacy clinical services + immunizations + medication therapy management MTM + the substantial Albertsons Companies Pharmacy specialty pharmacy + the substantial post-2022 Albertsons-Kroger merger blocked December 2024 Albertsons Companies Pharmacy continuity + the substantial Albertsons Companies Pharmacy direct-purchaser model + the substantial Albertsons Companies Pharmacy 340B participation) operates substantial Boise-anchored supermarket pharmacy chain operations. Senior Albertsons Companies Pharmacy HQ managers clear $135-172K+ TC. ISU College of Pharmacy Pocatello (founded 1920 + the only ID PharmD-granting institution + the substantial ISU COP Pocatello main campus + the substantial ISU COP-Anschutz Boise satellite campus + ~75 PharmDs annually + the substantial ISU COP partnership with St Luke's + Saint Alphonsus + Eastern Idaho Regional + Kootenai Health clinical placements + the substantial ISU COP Doctor of Pharmacy + the substantial ISU COP research + the substantial ISU COP NIH-funded research) operates substantial in-house ID PharmD education. Senior ID clinical pharmacists at St Luke's + Saint Alphonsus + Eastern Idaho + Kootenai clear $125-152K. St Luke's Mountain States Tumor Institute MSTI substantial oncology pharmacy (the substantial MSTI as the substantial ID + Eastern OR + Northern NV regional cancer center supporting substantial BCOP-credentialed oncology pharmacist work). The substantial ID retail pharmacy chain presence (Walgreens + CVS + Walmart Pharmacy + Albertsons Companies Pharmacy + Fred Meyer Pharmacy Kroger-owned + the substantial post-2024 Rite Aid bankruptcy ID exit) supports substantial ID PIC pharmacy management. The substantial Fort Hall Indian Reservation IHS pharmacy + the substantial federal IHS pharmacy work supports substantial ID federal tribal pharmacy. Boise VA Medical Center + Mountain Home AFB MTF substantial federal pharmacy. ID flat 5.3% post-2025 HB 40 reform + ID RTW since 1985 + ID property tax ~0.69% + no state estate tax + lower ID cost of living anchor the ID pharmacist proposition.

Sources & Methodology

Salary figures are market estimates for Pharmacists in Idaho and vary by employer, specialty, seniority, and metro. Take-home math assumes a single filer with no dependents, the standard deduction, and Idaho 2026 state rates. Local taxes, insurance premiums, and pre-tax contributions will move your number — run the calculator for your own situation.

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