Chemists Salary in Southern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $78,550 -6.7% vs national
Median hourly $37.76
10th percentile $47,030
90th percentile $134,650
Employed locally 310
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,030
    25th
    $59,100
    50th (median)
    $78,550
    75th
    $125,210
    90th
    $134,650

    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 Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemical Technicians $60,630
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $73,610
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,880
    Biological Technicians $45,480
    Food Science Technicians $52,130
    Conservation Scientists $45,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Southern Michigan is $37.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.59 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Southern Michigan is 6.7% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $47,030 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,100.