Chemists Salary in Jackson, MI

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Jackson, MI

Median annual salary $93,790 +11.5% vs national
Median hourly $45.09
10th percentile $58,190
90th percentile $159,430
Employed locally 50
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,190
    25th
    $74,090
    50th (median)
    $93,790
    75th
    $127,280
    90th
    $159,430

    Jackson economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $65,004 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 144% Median Chemists salary is 44% 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
    Midland, MI $129,700
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $127,120
    Midland, TX $111,830
    Kalamazoo-Portage, MI $100,700
    Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area $99,960
    Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area $99,610

    Related occupations in Jackson, MI

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $88,190
    School Psychologists $88,330
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Jackson?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Jackson, MI is $45.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $76.65 or more per hour.

    Is Jackson above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Jackson, MI is 11.5% 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 Jackson?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $58,190 per year in Jackson, MI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,090.