Chemists Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $76,310 -9.3% vs national
Median hourly $36.69
10th percentile $62,900
90th percentile $158,210
Employed locally 70
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,900
    25th
    $66,930
    50th (median)
    $76,310
    75th
    $120,110
    90th
    $158,210

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Conservation Scientists $59,070
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $103,860
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $81,810
    Agricultural Technicians $36,660
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $46,810
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Northeast Iowa is $36.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.47 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Northeast Iowa is 9.3% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $62,900 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,930.