Chemists Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 9 metro areas • Virginia
Chemists in Virginia earn a median salary of $83,352 per year on average across 9 metro and nonmetro areas, -0.9% vs the national median of $84,150. An estimated 1,000 chemists are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $60,500 to $108,010 depending on location.
$83,352
Avg median salary in Virginia
$108,010
Highest paying metro
$60,500
Lowest paying metro
1,000
Employed in Virginia
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Chemists salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | $108,010 | $75,050 | $146,960 | 270 |
| Southside Virginia | $88,870 | $64,970 | $115,630 | 30 |
| Roanoke, VA | $86,720 | $58,820 | $113,950 | 50 |
| Richmond, VA | $82,670 | $63,250 | $105,870 | 230 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $82,660 | $65,810 | $117,100 | 90 |
| Northern West Virginia | $81,950 | $81,780 | $111,240 | 30 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $80,960 | $62,400 | $100,200 | 70 |
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $77,830 | $63,530 | $105,810 | 200 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $60,500 | $49,320 | $81,010 | 30 |