Chemists Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $96,310 +14.5% vs national
Median hourly $46.30
10th percentile $60,500
90th percentile $134,430
Employed locally 90
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,500
    25th
    $70,570
    50th (median)
    $96,310
    75th
    $121,240
    90th
    $134,430

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$75,000
    Chemical Technicians$57,780
    Physicists$117,170
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$49,850
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$63,840
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$74,820

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Southern Indiana is $46.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.86 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Southern Indiana is 14.5% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $60,500 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,570.