Chemical Technicians Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,700 +10.2% vs national
Median hourly $30.62
10th percentile $57,170
90th percentile $88,810
Employed locally 30
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,170
    25th
    $63,690
    50th (median)
    $63,700
    75th
    $88,790
    90th
    $88,810

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $81,940
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $77,320
    Conservation Scientists $79,310
    Urban and Regional Planners $74,160
    Biological Scientists, All Other $84,290
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $86,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Southwest Colorado is $30.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.70 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Southwest Colorado is 10.2% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $57,170 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,690.