Chemists Salary in Seattle, WA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA

Median annual salary $84,150 +0% vs national
Median hourly $40.46
10th percentile $55,420
90th percentile $150,810
Employed locally 720
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,420
    25th
    $65,000
    50th (median)
    $84,150
    75th
    $117,270
    90th
    $150,810

    Seattle economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $112,594 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 75% Median Chemists salary is 25% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Seattle?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Seattle, WA is $40.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $80.98 or more per hour.

    Is Seattle above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Seattle, WA is 0% 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 Seattle?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $55,420 per year in Seattle, WA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,000.