Chemists Salary in Bend, OR

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bend, OR

Median annual salary $86,130 +2.4% vs national
Median hourly $41.41
10th percentile $67,450
90th percentile $105,990
Employed locally 50
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $67,450
    25th
    $71,740
    50th (median)
    $86,130
    75th
    $99,820
    90th
    $105,990

    Bend economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $85,509 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 101% Median Chemists salary is 1% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Bend?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Bend, OR is $41.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $68.12 or more per hour.

    Is Bend above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Bend, OR is 2.4% 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 Bend?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $67,450 per year in Bend, OR. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $71,740.