Chemists Salary in Northwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $76,290 -9.3% vs national
Median hourly $36.68
10th percentile $52,150
90th percentile $123,410
Employed locally 60
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,150
    25th
    $62,460
    50th (median)
    $76,290
    75th
    $99,490
    90th
    $123,410

    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 Northwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,230
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$98,400
    Food Scientists and Technologists$62,720
    Soil and Plant Scientists$66,300
    Conservation Scientists$72,550
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$44,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Northwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Northwest Iowa is $36.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.33 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Iowa above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Northwest 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 Northwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $52,150 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,460.