Chemical Technicians Salary in Amarillo, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Amarillo, TX

Median annual salary $44,610 -22.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.45
10th percentile $42,080
90th percentile $59,990
Employed locally 30
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,080
    25th
    $44,610
    50th (median)
    $44,610
    75th
    $47,560
    90th
    $59,990

    Amarillo economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $66,571 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemical Technicians salary vs area income 67% Median Chemical Technicians salary is 33% 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
    Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX $83,530
    Corpus Christi, TX $75,890
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $74,620
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $61,830
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $61,190
    Longview, TX $59,570

    Related occupations in Amarillo, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $26,110
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $70,240
    Conservation Scientists $65,170
    School Psychologists $70,970
    Biological Technicians $35,970
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $63,530

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Amarillo?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Amarillo, TX is $21.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.84 or more per hour.

    Is Amarillo above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Amarillo, TX is 22.8% 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 Amarillo?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $42,080 per year in Amarillo, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,610.