Chemists Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $79,680 -5.3% vs national
Median hourly $38.31
10th percentile $41,440
90th percentile $122,980
Employed locally 60
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,440
    25th
    $51,510
    50th (median)
    $79,680
    75th
    $103,150
    90th
    $122,980

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$44,510
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$93,520
    Food Scientists and Technologists$62,950
    Chemical Technicians$45,610
    Food Science Technicians$50,480
    School Psychologists$84,870

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Southeast Minnesota is $38.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.65 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Southeast Minnesota is 5.3% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $41,440 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,510.