Chemists Salary in Atlanta, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA

Median annual salary $101,660 +20.8% vs national
Median hourly $48.88
10th percentile $58,890
90th percentile $146,020
Employed locally 620
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,890
    25th
    $76,610
    50th (median)
    $101,660
    75th
    $127,480
    90th
    $146,020

    Atlanta economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,338 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 118% Median Chemists salary is 18% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Chemists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $153,320
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $145,430
    Albuquerque, NM $137,740
    New Mexico $134,370
    Maryland $131,910
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $130,830

    Nearby metros — Chemists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Athens-Clarke County, GA $109,260
    Savannah, GA $102,650
    Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area $99,610
    Gainesville, GA $99,270
    Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area $82,770
    Michigan $81,410

    Related occupations in Atlanta, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $81,030
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,980
    Biological Scientists, All Other $91,890
    Social Science Research Assistants $63,790
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $82,010
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $58,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Atlanta?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Atlanta, GA is $48.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $69.65 or more per hour.

    Is Atlanta above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Atlanta, GA is 20.8% above the national median of $84,150. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Chemists in Atlanta?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $58,890 per year in Atlanta, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,610.