Pharmacy Ratios - Wages Ratios

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What is a reasonable wages ratio in pharmacy?

As a general rule, wages as a percentage of sales is about 13 to 14% (including owners but excluding on-costs).

The ratio will vary depending on shop size, service model, and trading hours.

• Larger sites generally have higher staff costs
• Pharmacies offering more service or advice will also have higher staff costs. Alternatively, those with a retail focus and perhaps a check-out, will have lower staff costs
• Extended trading hours business will also have higher staff costs