Chemists Salary in Missoula, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Missoula, MT

Median annual salary $59,950 -28.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.82
10th percentile $45,940
90th percentile $100,180
Employed locally 40
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,940
    25th
    $45,940
    50th (median)
    $59,950
    75th
    $85,060
    90th
    $100,180

    Missoula economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,888 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 85% Median Chemists salary is 15% below 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
    Billings, MT $54,520
    Bozeman, MT $53,710

    Related occupations in Missoula, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $59,360
    Biological Scientists, All Other $78,610
    Biological Technicians $50,310
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $74,970
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $60,880
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $61,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Missoula?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Missoula, MT is $28.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.16 or more per hour.

    Is Missoula above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Missoula, MT is 28.8% below 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 Missoula?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $45,940 per year in Missoula, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,940.