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Pharmacists Employment & Job Outlook in Hawaii (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

Hawaii employs 1,190 Pharmacists professionals, below the national average concentration.

Data: BLS OEWS 2025 • Hawaii employment outlook • Updated 2026-05-19

Total Employed
1,190
professionals
Jobs per 1,000
1.19
workers
Location Quotient
0.19
vs national avg
Average Salary
$153K
annual

Below Average Demand in Hawaii

The location quotient (LQ) of 0.19 indicates that Hawaii has a below-average concentration of Pharmacists professionals. This may suggest fewer local opportunities compared to other states, though national trends should also be considered.

Note: Location Quotient (LQ) is the ratio of the percentage of workers in an occupation in a given area to the percentage in that occupation nationwide. An LQ > 1.0 means above-average concentration; < 1.0 means below-average.

Hawaii vs National Average

Total Employed
1,190
National: 321,960
0.4% of national
Jobs per 1,000
1.19
National: 6.31
-81.1%
Average Salary
$153K
National: $140K
+9.3%

Top States by Pharmacists Employment

#1
34,030
34,030
employed
#2
24,700
24,700
employed
#3
21,540
21,540
employed
#4
19,760
19,760
employed
#5
14,090
14,090
employed
#6
12,790
12,790
employed
#7
12,070
12,070
employed
#8
11,430
11,430
employed
#9
10,530
10,530
employed
#10
9,420
9,420
employed

What Does a Pharmacists Earn in Hawaii?

The average annual salary for a Pharmacists in Hawaii is $153,220. For a detailed breakdown by percentile, entry-level, median, and senior salaries, see the comprehensive salary guide below.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Pharmacists jobs are there in Hawaii?

Hawaii employs approximately 1,190 Pharmacists professionals (2025 BLS data). This ranks Hawaii for this occupation nationwide.

Is Pharmacists in demand in Hawaii?

Hawaii has average or below-average concentration of Pharmacists jobs (LQ: 0.19). A Location Quotient above 1.0 indicates higher-than-average demand.

What is the average salary for Pharmacists in Hawaii?

The average (mean) salary for Pharmacists in Hawaii is $153220/year. See our detailed salary page for percentile breakdowns.

What is a Location Quotient (LQ)?

Location Quotient measures how concentrated an occupation is in a state compared to the national average. LQ > 1.0 means the state has more of that job proportionally. LQ > 1.2 indicates strong demand.

Which states employ the most Pharmacists professionals?

The top state for Pharmacists employment is California with 34,030 jobs.

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Data Source

Employment and location quotient data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2025. This data reflects total employment, jobs per 1,000 workers, location quotient, and average salary for Pharmacists (SOC 291051) in Hawaii.

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