How much does a Chemical Technicians make per hour in South Arkansas?

Chemical Technicians Salary in South Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,580 -15.9% vs national

Median hourly $23.36

10th percentile $37,460

90th percentile $84,000

Employed locally 130

National median $57,790

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Chemical Technicians

South Arkansas

Salary percentile breakdown

10th

$37,460

25th

$43,360

50th (median)

$48,580

75th

$79,120

90th

$84,000

Top-paying metros for Chemical Technicians

Metro area	Median 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 South Arkansas

Occupation	Median salary
Chemists	$95,640
Biological Scientists, All Other	$92,750
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$80,300
Microbiologists	$113,030
Biological Technicians	$48,530
Forensic Science Technicians	$45,000

Frequently asked questions

How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in South Arkansas?

The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in South Arkansas is $23.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.20 or more per hour.

Is South Arkansas above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

The median Chemical Technicians salary in South Arkansas is 15.9% 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 South Arkansas?

Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,460 per year in South Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,360.