Chemists Salary in North Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $79,540 -5.5% vs national
Median hourly $38.24
10th percentile $45,920
90th percentile $115,030
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,920
    25th
    $57,190
    50th (median)
    $79,540
    75th
    $99,770
    90th
    $115,030

    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

    Related occupations in North Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $68,370
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $39,490
    Conservation Scientists $71,660
    Chemical Technicians $57,970
    School Psychologists $67,200
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $51,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in North Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in North Region of Texas is $38.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.71 or more per hour.

    Is North Region of Texas above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in North Region of Texas is 5.5% 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 North Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $45,920 per year in North Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,190.