Pharmacist Salary & Benefits Breakdown Philippines (2026)
Dispenses medications, provides drug information, and ensures safe medication use in pharmacies and hospitals.
Typical monthly salary range: ₱22,000 – ₱50,000
Monthly Net Pay by Experience Level
Entry-Level ₱22,000/mo
Net Pay ₱20,150.00
SSS -₱1,100.00
PhilHealth -₱550.00
Pag-IBIG -₱200.00
Tax Exempt
Mid-Level ₱32,000/mo
Net Pay ₱28,114.95
SSS -₱1,600.00
PhilHealth -₱800.00
Pag-IBIG -₱200.00
Tax -₱1,285.05
Senior-Level ₱50,000/mo
Net Pay ₱42,231.60
SSS -₱1,750.00
PhilHealth -₱1,250.00
Pag-IBIG -₱200.00
Tax -₱4,568.40
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Item | Entry-Level | Mid-Level | Senior-Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Salary | ₱22,000.00 | ₱32,000.00 | ₱50,000.00 |
| SSS (Employee) | ₱1,100.00 | ₱1,600.00 | ₱1,750.00 |
| SSS MSC Bracket | ₱22,000 | ₱32,000 | ₱35,000 |
| PhilHealth (Employee) | ₱550.00 | ₱800.00 | ₱1,250.00 |
| Pag-IBIG (Employee) | ₱200.00 | ₱200.00 | ₱200.00 |
| Withholding Tax | Exempt | ₱1,285.05 | ₱4,568.40 |
| Total Deductions | ₱1,850.00 | ₱3,885.05 | ₱7,768.40 |
| Net Take-Home Pay | ₱20,150.00 | ₱28,114.95 | ₱42,231.60 |
| Employer Total Cost | ₱24,980.00 | ₱36,230.00 | ₱54,980.00 |
| Annual Net Pay | ₱241,800.00 | ₱337,379.40 | ₱506,779.20 |
| 13th Month Pay | ₱22,000.00 | ₱32,000.00 | ₱50,000.00 |
Detailed Breakdown: Pharmacist at ₱32,000/month
Here is the full deductions breakdown for the median Pharmacist salary of ₱32,000.00 per month:
Gross Monthly Salary ₱32,000.00
SSS Contribution
MSC ₱32,000 · 5% employee share - ₱1,600.00
PhilHealth Contribution
5% of ₱32,000.00 · 50% employee share - ₱800.00
Pag-IBIG Contribution
2.0% of salary (max P5,000 base) - ₱200.00
Taxable Income ₱29,400.00
Withholding Tax
15% bracket - ₱1,285.05
Net Take-Home Pay ₱28,114.95
Annual Earnings Summary
Annual projections for each experience level, including the mandatory 13th month pay:
Entry-Level
Annual Net ₱241,800
13th Month ₱22,000
Total Annual ₱263,800
Mid-Level
Annual Net ₱337,379
13th Month ₱32,000
Total Annual ₱369,379
Senior-Level
Annual Net ₱506,779
13th Month ₱50,000
Total Annual ₱556,779
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Pharmacist earn in the Philippines in 2026?
A Pharmacist in the Philippines typically earns between ₱22,000 and ₱50,000 per month, with a median salary of around ₱32,000. Actual pay varies by experience, location, and company size.
What is the net take-home pay for a Pharmacist?
After SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and withholding tax deductions, a Pharmacist takes home approximately ₱20,150.00 (entry-level) to ₱42,231.60 (senior-level) per month.
How much SSS contribution does a Pharmacist pay?
Based on the 2026 SSS contribution table, a Pharmacist pays between ₱1,100.00 (at ₱22,000 salary, MSC ₱22,000) and ₱1,750.00 (at ₱50,000 salary, MSC ₱35,000) per month.
Is a Pharmacist salary taxable in the Philippines?
At the entry-level salary of ₱22,000, a Pharmacist is tax exempt under the TRAIN Law. At the mid-level salary of ₱32,000, the monthly tax is ₱1,285.05.
What is the total employer cost for hiring a Pharmacist?
The total employer cost for a Pharmacist ranges from ₱24,980.00 (entry-level at ₱22,000) to ₱54,980.00 (senior-level at ₱50,000). This includes the base salary plus employer shares of SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and EC contributions.
Disclaimer: Salary figures are approximate ranges based on industry surveys and job market data.
Deductions are computed using 2026 government-mandated rates. Actual compensation may vary based on location,
company, experience, and specific employment terms. Verify with official sources:
SSS,
PhilHealth,
Pag-IBIG,
BIR.