Chemists Salary in Midland, MI

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

Median annual salary $129,700 +54.1% vs national
Median hourly $62.36
10th percentile $74,340
90th percentile $178,790
Employed locally 310
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $74,340
    25th
    $92,240
    50th (median)
    $129,700
    75th
    $143,160
    90th
    $178,790

    Midland economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $77,538 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 167% Median Chemists salary is 67% 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
    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
    Jackson, MI $93,790

    Related occupations in Midland, MI

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemical Technicians $77,810
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,730
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $83,320

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Midland?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Midland, MI is $62.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.58 or more per hour.

    Is Midland above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Midland, MI is 54.1% 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 Midland?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $74,340 per year in Midland, MI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $92,240.