Chemical Technicians Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $47,140 -18.4% vs national
Median hourly $22.67
10th percentile $38,220
90th percentile $76,830
Employed locally 160
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,220
    25th
    $39,940
    50th (median)
    $47,140
    75th
    $68,390
    90th
    $76,830

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemical Technicians salary vs area income 64% Median Chemical Technicians salary is 36% 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
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $62,570
    Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC $58,640
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $57,390
    Reno, NV $48,730
    Jacksonville, FL $48,360
    Greenville, NC $45,130

    Related occupations in Las Vegas, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,700
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $103,010
    Forensic Science Technicians $76,540
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $60,380
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $102,870
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $85,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Las Vegas?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Las Vegas, NV is $22.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.25 or more per hour.

    Is Las Vegas above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Las Vegas, NV is 18.4% 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 Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,220 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,940.