Chemists Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $73,960 -12.1% vs national
Median hourly $35.56
10th percentile $50,670
90th percentile $128,970
Employed locally 140
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,670
    25th
    $61,120
    50th (median)
    $73,960
    75th
    $95,640
    90th
    $128,970

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $63,650
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,460
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $46,750
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $41,590
    School Psychologists $68,800
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $62,740

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Eastern North Carolina is $35.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.20 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Eastern North Carolina is 12.1% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $50,670 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,120.