Pharmacist Jobs in Kentucky
Across 217 live Pharmacist listings in Kentucky, median advertised pay is $171K, based on the 82 that state a salary; Kentucky ranks 40th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Walgreens (49), Baptist Health (16), UofL Health (14).
217+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 20, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 82 roles pay ~$171k median with 2.8/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Pharmacist
Onco360Employer score · SilverLouisville, KY
Pharmacist
ApotheEmployer score · SilverLouisville, KY
Pharmacist - Part-Time
Guardian PharmacyLexington, KY
Pharmacist (RPh)- 3 days on-site and 2 days (Remote)
Clinical Staff Pharmacist, Jewish Hospital, Solid Organ Transplant-Abdominal
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Appalachian Regional HealthcareHazard, KY
Staff Pharmacist - Closed Door
PHILEmployer score · SilverHebron, KY
Staff Clinical Pharmacist - PRN
Breckinridge HealthHardinsburg, KY
Clinical Pharmacist, Brown Cancer Center, Blood Cancers, Cellular Therapies and Transplant
Pharmacist
Healthfirst BluegrassLexington, KY
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Pharmacist Pay in Kentucky: Live Market and State Comparison
Live pharmacist listings in Kentucky today, then Kentucky against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 217
- Live median
- $171k
- 75th $171k · n=82
- 12-mo median
- $133k
- Pay rank
- #40 of 51
- Work-life
- 3.9/10 · #29
- 12-mo postings
- 487
Pharmacist roles in Kentucky advertise $5k below the $138k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Washington leads at $165k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs KY | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky (this page) | $133k | — | 3.9/10 | 487 |
| Illinoisborders | $142k | +$9k | 3.8/10 | 820 |
| Virginiaborders | $139k | +$6k | 4.2/10 | 645 |
| Indianaborders | $138k | +$5k | 3.8/10 | 480 |
| Missouriborders | $135k | +$2k | 3.9/10 | 476 |
| Ohioborders | $133k | +$0k | 3.9/10 | 1091 |
| West Virginiaborders | $130k | −$3k | 3.3/10 | 174 |
| Tennesseeborders | $129k | −$4k | 3.8/10 | 543 |
“borders” = shares a border with Kentucky; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 20, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Walgreens (49), Baptist Health (16), UofL Health (14)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Pharmacist jobs in Kentucky.
How much do pharmacists earn in Kentucky?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of pharmacists. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid pharmacist jobs available?
Some pharmacists roles offer remote or hybrid flexibility. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which pharmacist jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every pharmacist role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 6% with no on-call and 47% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring pharmacists in Kentucky right now?
Employers currently hiring for pharmacist roles include Baptist Health, UofL Health, Encompass Health, Onco360, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many pharmacist jobs in Kentucky are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 217 pharmacists positions in Kentucky listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Pharmacist Jobs in Kentucky
Walgreens49 open roles here · WLB 74/100Baptist Health16 open roles here · WLB 67/100
- UofL Health14 open roles here · WLB 68/100
CVS Health10 open roles here · WLB 60/100
Lifepoint Health10 open roles here · WLB 75/100
St. Elizabeth Healthcare6 open roles here · WLB 60/100
Costco Wholesale4 open roles here · WLB 75/100