Chemists Salary in Eugene, OR

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eugene-Springfield, OR

Median annual salary $100,810 +19.8% vs national
Median hourly $48.47
10th percentile $68,050
90th percentile $134,060
Employed locally 80
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,050
    25th
    $81,150
    50th (median)
    $100,810
    75th
    $114,750
    90th
    $134,060

    Eugene economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $69,311 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 145% Median Chemists salary is 45% 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
    Peoria, IL $122,950
    West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area $118,870
    New Orleans-Metairie, LA $115,030
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $107,100
    Anchorage, AK $106,000
    Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL $105,770

    Related occupations in Eugene, OR

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $50,690
    Biological Technicians $49,040
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $79,790
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $93,290
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $137,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Eugene?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Eugene, OR is $48.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $73.94 or more per hour.

    Is Eugene above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Eugene, OR is 19.8% above 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 Eugene?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $68,050 per year in Eugene, OR. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,150.