SOC code 29-1051
There have been 21 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Pharmacists on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 100% certified. The median annualized wage is $130,271. The top sponsor is Cvs Rx Services, with most positions based in VA.
All sponsoring employers
6 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Pharmacists. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cvs Rx Services | 15 | 100.0% | $119,829 | VA | Alexandria |
| Upmc Children'S Hospital Of Pittsburgh | 2 | 100.0% | $117,842 | PA | Pittsburgh |
| Deluxe Drug Stores | 1 | 100.0% | $130,000 | PA | Philadelphia |
| Fred Meyer Stores | 1 | 100.0% | $144,664 | WA | Lacey |
| Grand St Paul Cvs | 1 | 100.0% | $113,693 | MN | Bemidji |
| University Of Colorado Health | 1 | 100.0% | $141,378 | CO | Colorado Springs |
Top states
Where Pharmacists E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 6 (28.6%) | $150,478 |
| FL | 5 (23.8%) | $105,000 |
| GA | 3 (14.3%) | $126,942 |
| PA | 3 (14.3%) | $121,243 |
| CO | 1 (4.8%) | $141,378 |
| IN | 1 (4.8%) | $101,941 |
| MN | 1 (4.8%) | $113,693 |
| WA | 1 (4.8%) | $144,664 |
Top cities
Cities where Pharmacists E-3 jobs are filed.
| City | State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | VA | 5 | $153,275 |
| Naples | FL | 3 | $105,000 |
| Dallas | GA | 2 | $135,824 |
| Pittsburgh | PA | 2 | $117,842 |
| AltaVista | VA | 1 | $102,981 |
| Bemidji | MN | 1 | $113,693 |
| Bowden | GA | 1 | $112,258 |
| Colorado Springs | CO | 1 | $141,378 |
| Columbus | IN | 1 | $101,941 |
| Fort Myers | FL | 1 | $138,923 |
| Immokalee | FL | 1 | $118,300 |
| Lacey | WA | 1 | $144,664 |
| Philadelphia | PA | 1 | $130,000 |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy Manager | 7 |
| Staff Pharmacist FT | 3 |
| Staff Pharmacist | 2 |
| PHARMACY MANAGER | 2 |
| Lead Pharmacist | 2 |
| Pharmacy Manager Emerging Leader | 1 |
| Pharmacist Manager | 1 |
| Pharmacist Clinical Outpatient | 1 |
| Pharmacist | 1 |
| Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Intern | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Pharmacists. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 4 | 100.0% | $119,829 | |
| FY2021 | 3 | 100.0% | $126,942 | |
| FY2022 | 1 | 100.0% | $147,680 | |
| FY2023 | 4 | 100.0% | $144,706 | |
| FY2024 | 2 | 100.0% | $157,107 | |
| FY2025 | 6 | 100.0% | $113,693 | |
| FY2026 | 1 | 100.0% | $101,941 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Pharmacists have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 21 Labor Condition Application filings for Pharmacists on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 100% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Pharmacists on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Pharmacists on the E-3 visa is $130,271, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Pharmacists on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Pharmacists are: Cvs Rx Services (15 filings), Upmc Children'S Hospital Of Pittsburgh (2 filings), Deluxe Drug Stores (1 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa pharmacists based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Pharmacists are based in: VA (6 filings), FL (5 filings), GA (3 filings).
Can Australians work as pharmacists on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Pharmacists is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
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