How much does a Pharmacist make in North Dakota?

BLS puts the average Pharmacist pay in North Dakota at $137,110 a year (BLS, May 2025). On that pay in North Dakota, after federal taxes, FICA, and North Dakota state taxes, your estimated take-home pay is approximately $103,588 annually ($8,632/month).

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

On a $137,110 salary in North Dakota, your take-home pay is approximately $103,588/year or $8,632/month. Federal tax: $21,640. State tax: $1,393. FICA: $10,489.

Is $137,110 a good Pharmacist salary?

$137,110 is the BLS average Pharmacist pay in North Dakota, 3% below the US average of $140,920 (BLS, May 2025). The middle 50% in North Dakota earn between $132,560 and $156,370.

How do North Dakota taxes affect Pharmacist salaries?

North Dakota levies state income tax on top of federal taxes. Your estimated state tax on $137,110 is $1,393. Your total effective tax rate is approximately 24.4%.

What are the career growth prospects for Pharmacists?

In North Dakota, the top 10% earn over $167,940 and the bottom 10% under $105,490 (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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota (2026)

Average Pharmacist pay in North Dakota

$137,110/year

≈ $66/hour before tax

Middle 50% earn $132,560–$156,370

US average: $140,920

Source: BLS, May 2025

After tax (single filer)

$103,588/year

$8,632/month · effective tax rate 24.45%

Federal $21,640
State $1,393
FICA $10,489
Take-home

Pay by role in North Dakota

Senior / Specialist PharmacistBLS · 75th–90th percentile$156,370–$167,940
Staff Pharmacist (hospital, retail, specialty)BLS · middle 50%$132,560–$156,370

See the full tax breakdown

Category	Amount
Annual Take-Home Pay	$103,588
Monthly Take-Home Pay	$8,632
Biweekly Take-Home Pay	$3,984
Hourly Take-Home Pay based on 2,080 hrs/year	$50/hr
Federal Tax	$21,640
State Tax	$1,393
FICA Taxes	$10,489
Effective Tax Rate total taxes ÷ gross salary	24.45%

Estimates only — not tax advice. · Full disclaimer →

Not all Pharmacists earn the same — not even close

North Dakota's pharmacy market is anchored by North Dakota State University College of Pharmacy Fargo (the only ND PharmD-granting institution + ~80 PharmDs annually + the substantial NDSU PharmD + the substantial NDSU College of Pharmacy + Nursing + Allied Sciences research), Sanford Health Pharmacy Network (Sanford Bismarck + Sanford Fargo + Sanford Children Hospital + Sanford USD multi-state), Essentia Health Pharmacy Fargo + Essentia Health-Mid Dakota, Altru Health Grand Forks Pharmacy + CHI St. Alexius Bismarck Pharmacy + Trinity Health Minot Pharmacy, Indian Health Service IHS ND reservation pharmacy (Standing Rock + Spirit Lake + MHA Nation + Turtle Mountain IHS), the substantial ND retail pharmacy with the substantial ND-only pharmacy ownership law (NDCC §43-15-35 requiring ND pharmacy ownership by licensed pharmacist — one of country's only states with such restriction + the substantial ND independent pharmacy + the substantial ND Walgreens + CVS franchise structure adaptations), plus VA Fargo + VA Bismarck Pharmacy.

Senior / Specialist Pharmacist

$156,370–$167,940

Sanford + Essentia + Altru + CHI + Trinity · acute clinical pharmacy

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

Staff Pharmacist (hospital, retail, specialty)

$132,560–$156,370

Functional pharmacist at ND health systems · transitioning to senior band

Source: BLS May 2025 · Pharmacists · North Dakota · middle 50%

Worth knowing: North Dakota Pharmacy Ownership Law NDCC §43-15-35 is one of the country's distinctive concentrated US single-state pharmacy ownership restriction anchor and a feature most national pharmacy surveys understate for ND. The substantial ND-only pharmacy ownership law (NDCC §43-15-35 requiring ND pharmacy ownership by licensed pharmacist + ND being one of the country's only US states with such pharmacy ownership restriction + the substantial post-1963 ND pharmacy ownership law preserving substantial ND independent pharmacy ownership + the substantial ND independent pharmacy density ~50%+ of ND pharmacies independently owned + the substantial Walgreens + CVS + Walmart adapting to ND ownership requirements through licensed pharmacist + the substantial Hugo Drugs + Thrifty White Pharmacy + the substantial ND post-2014 + post-2024 pharmacy ownership law preservation campaigns) supports distinctive ND independent pharmacy ownership economics. Senior ND independent pharmacy owners clear $148-285K+ profit — significantly above corporate retail pharmacist compensation. NDSU College of Pharmacy Fargo as the only ND PharmD-granting institution + Sanford Health Pharmacy Network multi-state + Essentia + Altru + CHI + Trinity hospital pharmacy + the substantial Indian Health Service IHS ND reservation pharmacy + VA Fargo + VA Bismarck federal civilian. ND flat 1.95%/2.5% top + ND RTW since 1948 anchor the ND pharmacy proposition.

Sources & Methodology

Salary figures are market estimates for Pharmacists in North Dakota and vary by employer, specialty, seniority, and metro. Take-home math assumes a single filer with no dependents, the standard deduction, and North Dakota 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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