Chemical Technicians Salary in Dothan, AL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Dothan, AL

Median annual salary $128,190 +121.8% vs national
Median hourly $61.63
10th percentile $41,950
90th percentile $128,190
Employed locally 30
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,950
    25th
    $44,680
    50th (median)
    $128,190
    75th
    $128,190
    90th
    $128,190

    Dothan economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $56,772 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemical Technicians salary vs area income 226% Median Chemical Technicians salary is 126% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Chemical Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    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
    Lake Charles, LA $81,710

    Nearby metros — Chemical Technicians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area $76,260
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $65,990
    Kalamazoo-Portage, MI $65,250
    Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL $64,070
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $62,570
    Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA $62,480

    Related occupations in Dothan, AL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$59,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Dothan?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Dothan, AL is $61.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.88 or more per hour.

    Is Dothan above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Dothan, AL is 121.8% 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 Dothan?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $41,950 per year in Dothan, AL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,680.