Salary guide
Pharmacist Salary in Oman (2026)
How much do Pharmacist jobs pay in Oman? Monthly pay in OMR, salary by experience, a GCC comparison and the sources behind each figure.
Quick answer
Salary by experience
| Level | Monthly salary |
|---|---|
| Entry (0-3 yrs) | OMR 650 - 900 |
| Mid-career (3-8 yrs) | OMR 900 - 1,300 |
| Senior / clinical (8+ yrs) | OMR 1,300 - 1,800 |
What moves the salary
- Glassdoor's Muscat data shows typical total pay of OMR 621-1,000 a month. PayScale's median base pay is about OMR 620 (11 profiles).
- Pay above OMR 1,300 is mostly for senior hospital and clinical pharmacists.
Pharmacist salary across the GCC
| Country | Monthly salary | Approx. USD | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | SAR 5,000 - 10,000 | ≈ $1,300 - $2,700 | Gross |
| UAE | AED 4,000 - 13,000 | ≈ $1,100 - $3,500 | Gross |
| Qatar | QAR 5,000 - 17,000 | ≈ $1,400 - $4,700 | Gross |
| Kuwait | KWD 550 - 1,400 | ≈ $1,800 - $4,600 | Gross |
| Bahrain | BHD 450 - 1,300 | ≈ $1,200 - $3,500 | Gross |
| Oman | OMR 600 - 1,800 | ≈ $1,600 - $4,700 | Gross |
Gross includes the usual allowances and basic does not - compare like with like.
Where these figures come from
Frequently asked questions
What is the average Pharmacist salary in Oman?
Between OMR 600 and OMR 1,800 a month, depending on experience, qualifications and employer.
Are Pharmacist salaries in Oman tax-free?
There is no personal income tax on salaries today. From 1 January 2028 a 5% tax applies to individuals earning more than OMR 42,000 a year - about 99% of earners are below that.
Does the salary include housing and transport allowances?
The figures above are gross packages including the usual allowances. Basic salary is typically about 60% of the total - and it is what end-of-service gratuity is calculated on in most GCC countries.
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