Chemists Salary in Idaho Falls, ID

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Idaho Falls, ID

Median annual salary $99,740 +18.5% vs national
Median hourly $47.95
10th percentile $33,610
90th percentile $142,560
Employed locally 120
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,610
    25th
    $59,460
    50th (median)
    $99,740
    75th
    $128,350
    90th
    $142,560

    Idaho Falls economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $77,300 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 129% Median Chemists salary is 29% 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
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $130,830
    Midland, MI $129,700
    Midland, TX $111,830
    Cedar Rapids, IA $108,460
    Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area $99,610
    Providence-Warwick, RI-MA $95,460

    Related occupations in Idaho Falls, ID

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$84,130
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$54,310
    Agricultural Technicians$33,210
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$82,160
    Soil and Plant Scientists$88,300
    Biological Technicians$36,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Idaho Falls?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Idaho Falls, ID is $47.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.83 or more per hour.

    Is Idaho Falls above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Idaho Falls, ID is 18.5% 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 Idaho Falls?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $33,610 per year in Idaho Falls, ID. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,460.