Chemists Salary in Central Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,170 -17.8% vs national
Median hourly $33.26
10th percentile $41,870
90th percentile $113,030
Employed locally 40
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,870
    25th
    $52,120
    50th (median)
    $69,170
    75th
    $74,800
    90th
    $113,030

    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

    Related occupations in Central Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $85,330
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $60,010
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $66,890
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $58,960
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $83,510
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $63,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Central Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Central Missouri is $33.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.34 or more per hour.

    Is Central Missouri above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Central Missouri is 17.8% 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 Central Missouri?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $41,870 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,120.