Chemists Salary in Kansas
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Kansas
Chemists in Kansas earn a median salary of $75,474 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, -10.3% vs the national median of $84,150. An estimated 1,360 chemists are employed across Kansas, with salaries ranging from $59,820 to $96,050 depending on location.
$75,474
Avg median salary in Kansas
$96,050
Highest paying metro
$59,820
Lowest paying metro
1,360
Employed in Kansas
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Chemists salaries by city in Kansas
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence, KS | $96,050 | $75,940 | $129,550 | 60 |
| South Arkansas | $95,640 | $80,240 | $122,700 | 140 |
| Wichita, KS | $81,000 | $64,480 | $96,980 | 80 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $73,650 | $55,790 | $99,900 | 470 |
| Arkansas | $71,080 | $54,660 | $98,530 | 390 |
| North Arkansas | $66,420 | $62,790 | $71,650 | 50 |
| Topeka, KS | $60,130 | $57,300 | $64,940 | 30 |
| Kansas | $59,820 | $48,350 | $85,760 | 140 |