Pharmacist I
Authorized salary ranges
| Range | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| A | $7,496 to $10,628 | $89,952 to $127,536 |
| P | $12,805 to $15,245 | $153,660 to $182,940 |
| R | $12,805 to $15,245 | $153,660 to $182,940 |
| T | $12,196 to $14,521 | $146,352 to $174,252 |
Representation
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees represents Bargaining Unit R19, Health and Social Services / Professional.
Where these jobs are
277 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
| Department | Employees |
|---|---|
| Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation | 183 |
| California Correctional Health Care Services | 67 |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 26 |
| Emergency Medical Services Authority | 1 |
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Pharmacists across all California employers was $164,610 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $89,952 to $182,940 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 19 Rule of three ranks certification. (Effective 1/1/79, all open examinations are rule of three ranks per Government Code 19057.1.)