Chemists Salary in Eastern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $77,760 -7.6% vs national
Median hourly $37.39
10th percentile $60,120
90th percentile $107,010
Employed locally 60
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,120
    25th
    $63,140
    50th (median)
    $77,760
    75th
    $95,740
    90th
    $107,010

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $81,240
    Chemical Technicians $56,460
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $88,280
    Conservation Scientists $60,780
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $44,400
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $56,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Eastern Ohio is $37.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.37 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Eastern Ohio is 7.6% 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $60,120 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,140.