Chemists Salary in Waco, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Waco, TX

Median annual salary $58,870 -30% vs national
Median hourly $28.30
10th percentile $45,960
90th percentile $114,240
Employed locally 40
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,960
    25th
    $57,090
    50th (median)
    $58,870
    75th
    $79,060
    90th
    $114,240

    Waco economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $63,880 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemists salary vs area income 92% Median Chemists salary is 8% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Chemists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Midland, TX $111,830
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $110,300
    Longview, TX $99,880
    Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX $98,940
    Corpus Christi, TX $95,010
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $84,130

    Related occupations in Waco, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $71,350
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $94,590
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $49,640
    Chemical Technicians $50,760
    Conservation Scientists $65,170
    Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians $39,080

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Waco?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Waco, TX is $28.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.26 or more per hour.

    Is Waco above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Waco, TX is 30% 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 Waco?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $45,960 per year in Waco, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,090.