SOC 19-2031 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Chemists is $84,157 per year ($40.46/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $63,939 and $120,203 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $154,440 per year. There are approximately 83,250 chemists employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $25.58 | $53,206 |
| P25 | $30.74 | $63,939 |
| P50MEDIAN | $40.46 | $84,157 |
| P75 | $57.79 | $120,203 |
| P90 | $74.25 | $154,440 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Chemists is $84,157 per year ($40.46/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $63,939 and $120,203 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Chemists is $154,440 per year ($74.25/hr). The 75th percentile is $120,203 per year.
Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn approximately $53,206 per year ($25.58/hr). The 25th percentile is $63,939 per year.
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