Chemical Technicians Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,630 +4.9% vs national
Median hourly $29.15
10th percentile $44,620
90th percentile $76,750
Employed locally 190
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,620
    25th
    $47,300
    50th (median)
    $60,630
    75th
    $76,590
    90th
    $76,750

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemists $78,550
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $73,610
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,880
    Biological Technicians $45,480
    Food Science Technicians $52,130
    Conservation Scientists $45,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Southern Michigan is $29.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.77 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Southern Michigan is 4.9% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $44,620 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,300.