Chemists Salary in Boise City, ID

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Boise City, ID

Median annual salary $42,030 -50.1% vs national
Median hourly $20.21
10th percentile $35,140
90th percentile $130,770
Employed locally 150
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,140
    25th
    $35,410
    50th (median)
    $42,030
    75th
    $79,930
    90th
    $130,770

    Boise City economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $82,694 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 51% Median Chemists salary is 49% below 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
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $130,830
    Midland, MI $129,700
    Midland, TX $111,830
    Cedar Rapids, IA $108,460
    Idaho Falls, ID $99,740
    Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area $99,610

    Related occupations in Boise City, ID

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $47,440
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $71,680
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,870
    Urban and Regional Planners $68,960
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $76,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Boise City?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Boise City, ID is $20.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.61 or more per hour.

    Is Boise City above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Boise City, ID is 50.1% 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 Boise City?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $35,140 per year in Boise City, ID. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,410.