Chemical Technicians Salary in Akron, OH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Akron, OH

Median annual salary $50,330 -12.9% vs national
Median hourly $24.20
10th percentile $40,740
90th percentile $76,070
Employed locally 170
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,740
    25th
    $45,480
    50th (median)
    $50,330
    75th
    $62,320
    90th
    $76,070

    Akron economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,312 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemical Technicians salary vs area income 71% Median Chemical Technicians salary is 29% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Chemical Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Dothan, AL $128,190
    Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area $88,990
    New Orleans-Metairie, LA $88,800
    Baton Rouge, LA $86,360
    Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX $83,530
    Louisiana $83,480

    Nearby metros — Chemical Technicians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    West Northwestern Ohio nonmetropolitan area $59,700
    Toledo, OH $59,630
    Columbus, OH $59,150
    Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN $57,780
    Cleveland, OH $57,300
    Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area $56,460

    Related occupations in Akron, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $77,010
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,400
    Chemists $76,500
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $77,210
    Biological Technicians $46,860
    School Psychologists $93,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Akron?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Akron, OH is $24.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.34 or more per hour.

    Is Akron above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Akron, OH is 12.9% below the national median of $57,790. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Chemical Technicians in Akron?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $40,740 per year in Akron, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,480.