Chemical Technicians Salary in Boise City, ID

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Boise City, ID

Median annual salary $60,340 +4.4% vs national
Median hourly $29.01
10th percentile $35,820
90th percentile $72,760
Employed locally 60
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,820
    25th
    $39,540
    50th (median)
    $60,340
    75th
    $61,810
    90th
    $72,760

    Boise City economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $82,694 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemical Technicians salary vs area income 73% Median Chemical Technicians salary is 27% 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
    Midland, MI $77,810
    Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area $65,250
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $65,000
    Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI $58,440
    Midland, TX $58,290
    Cedar Rapids, IA $55,220

    Related occupations in Boise City, ID

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $47,440
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $71,680
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,870
    Biological Scientists, All Other $79,790
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $76,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Boise City?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Boise City, ID is $29.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.06 or more per hour.

    Is Boise City above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Boise City, ID is 4.4% above 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 Boise City?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $35,820 per year in Boise City, ID. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,540.