Chemists Salary in Birmingham, AL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Birmingham, AL

Median annual salary $79,990 -4.9% vs national
Median hourly $38.46
10th percentile $57,790
90th percentile $156,100
Employed locally 140
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,790
    25th
    $64,390
    50th (median)
    $79,990
    75th
    $124,870
    90th
    $156,100

    Birmingham economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $69,627 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 115% Median Chemists salary is 15% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Birmingham?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Birmingham, AL is $38.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.59 or more per hour.

    Is Birmingham above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Birmingham, AL is 4.9% below 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 Birmingham?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $57,790 per year in Birmingham, AL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,390.