Chemists Salary in Dalton, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Dalton, GA

Median annual salary $72,690 -13.6% vs national
Median hourly $34.95
10th percentile $52,460
90th percentile $102,800
Employed locally 40
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,460
    25th
    $59,470
    50th (median)
    $72,690
    75th
    $96,890
    90th
    $102,800

    Dalton economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $65,715 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 111% Median Chemists salary is 11% above 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
    Athens-Clarke County, GA $109,260
    Savannah, GA $102,650
    Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA $101,660
    Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area $99,610
    Gainesville, GA $99,270
    Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area $82,770

    Related occupations in Dalton, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $62,650
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $72,690
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $88,370
    Chemical Technicians $48,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Dalton?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Dalton, GA is $34.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.42 or more per hour.

    Is Dalton above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Dalton, GA is 13.6% 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 Dalton?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $52,460 per year in Dalton, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,470.