Chemists Salary in Eastern Washington

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

Median annual salary $78,560 -6.6% vs national
Median hourly $37.77
10th percentile $56,880
90th percentile $106,300
Employed locally 50
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,880
    25th
    $69,380
    50th (median)
    $78,560
    75th
    $94,820
    90th
    $106,300

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Biological Technicians $49,520
    Agricultural Technicians $46,710
    Soil and Plant Scientists $72,940
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $80,100
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $76,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Eastern Washington is $37.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.86 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Eastern Washington is 6.6% 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 Washington?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $56,880 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $69,380.