Chemists Salary in Southwest New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $102,970 +22.4% vs national
Median hourly $49.51
10th percentile $59,790
90th percentile $170,180
Employed locally 70
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,790
    25th
    $79,680
    50th (median)
    $102,970
    75th
    $130,030
    90th
    $170,180

    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 Southwest New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$62,030
    Biological Technicians$47,660
    School Psychologists$73,330
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,360
    Biological Scientists, All Other$78,170
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$122,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Southwest New York is $49.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $86.30 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Southwest New York is 22.4% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $59,790 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $79,680.