Chemical Technicians Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $53,240 -7.9% vs national
Median hourly $25.59
10th percentile $43,220
90th percentile $60,630
Employed locally 50
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,220
    25th
    $50,830
    50th (median)
    $53,240
    75th
    $60,400
    90th
    $60,630

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Conservation Scientists $59,070
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $103,860
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $81,810
    Chemists $76,310
    Agricultural Technicians $36,660
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $46,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Northeast Iowa is $25.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.34 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Northeast Iowa is 7.9% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $43,220 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,830.