Chemists Salary in Upper East Mississippi

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,180 -7.1% vs national
Median hourly $37.59
10th percentile $54,810
90th percentile $139,060
Employed locally 40
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,810
    25th
    $54,810
    50th (median)
    $78,180
    75th
    $117,680
    90th
    $139,060

    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 Upper East Mississippi

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $81,860
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $52,600
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $73,300
    Biological Scientists, All Other $72,550
    School Psychologists $58,360
    Chemical Technicians $51,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Upper East Mississippi?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Upper East Mississippi is $37.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.86 or more per hour.

    Is Upper East Mississippi above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Upper East Mississippi is 7.1% 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 Upper East Mississippi?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $54,810 per year in Upper East Mississippi. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,810.