Chemical Technicians Salary in Canton, OH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Canton-Massillon, OH

Median annual salary $50,740 -12.2% vs national
Median hourly $24.39
10th percentile $38,930
90th percentile $75,340
Employed locally 50
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,930
    25th
    $46,320
    50th (median)
    $50,740
    75th
    $60,580
    90th
    $75,340

    Canton economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $65,666 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemical Technicians salary vs area income 77% Median Chemical Technicians salary is 23% 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 Canton, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$80,270
    School Psychologists$77,720
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$46,950
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$55,580
    Chemists$74,350
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$63,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Canton?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Canton, OH is $24.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.06 or more per hour.

    Is Canton above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Canton, OH is 12.2% 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 Canton?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,930 per year in Canton, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,320.