Chemists Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $80,980 -3.8% vs national
Median hourly $38.94
10th percentile $58,050
90th percentile $134,600
Employed locally 70
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,050
    25th
    $65,410
    50th (median)
    $80,980
    75th
    $99,530
    90th
    $134,600

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$76,990
    Soil and Plant Scientists$74,950
    Conservation Scientists$65,960
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$48,280
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$54,960
    Agricultural Technicians$40,340

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Southeast Iowa is $38.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.07 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Southeast Iowa is 3.8% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $58,050 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,410.