Chemists Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $76,930 -8.6% vs national
Median hourly $36.99
10th percentile $52,940
90th percentile $134,100
Employed locally 100
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,940
    25th
    $62,280
    50th (median)
    $76,930
    75th
    $98,920
    90th
    $134,100

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $79,140
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $80,600
    Conservation Scientists $45,600
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $95,760
    Food Science Technicians $53,200
    Chemical Technicians $57,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Central Pennsylvania is $36.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.64 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Central Pennsylvania is 8.6% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $52,940 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,280.