Chemical Technicians Salary in Burlington, VT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Burlington-South Burlington, VT

Median annual salary $62,020 +7.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.82
10th percentile $40,020
90th percentile $85,220
Employed locally 90
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,020
    25th
    $50,080
    50th (median)
    $62,020
    75th
    $82,840
    90th
    $85,220

    Burlington economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $90,911 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemical Technicians salary vs area income 68% Median Chemical Technicians salary is 32% 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

    Related occupations in Burlington, VT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Biological Technicians $48,420
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $71,720
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $75,300
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $62,900
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $94,290
    School Psychologists $79,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Burlington?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Burlington, VT is $29.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.81 or more per hour.

    Is Burlington above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Burlington, VT is 7.3% 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 Burlington?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $40,020 per year in Burlington, VT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,080.