Chemical Technicians Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $57,060 -1.3% vs national
Median hourly $27.43
10th percentile $40,480
90th percentile $77,990
Employed locally 70
National median $57,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,480
    25th
    $48,450
    50th (median)
    $57,060
    75th
    $65,530
    90th
    $77,990

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$62,030
    Biological Technicians$47,660
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,360
    School Psychologists$73,330
    Biological Scientists, All Other$78,170
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$122,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Technicians make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Technicians in Southwest New York is $27.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.13 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Chemical Technicians salaries?

    The median Chemical Technicians salary in Southwest New York is 1.3% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Chemical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $40,480 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,450.