Chemical Technicians Salary in Missoula, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Missoula, MT

Median annual salary $53,260 -7.8% vs national
Median hourly $25.61
10th percentile $42,810
90th percentile $65,910
Employed locally 40
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,810
    25th
    $45,900
    50th (median)
    $53,260
    75th
    $55,820
    90th
    $65,910

    Missoula economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,888 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemical Technicians salary vs area income 75% Median Chemical Technicians salary is 25% 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
    Billings, MT $56,150
    Binghamton, NY $47,250

    Related occupations in Missoula, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $59,360
    Biological Scientists, All Other $78,610
    Biological Technicians $50,310
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $74,970
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $60,880
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $61,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Missoula?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Missoula, MT is $25.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.69 or more per hour.

    Is Missoula above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Missoula, MT is 7.8% 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 Missoula?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $42,810 per year in Missoula, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,900.