Chemists Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,330 -17.6% vs national
Median hourly $33.33
10th percentile $48,850
90th percentile $101,460
Employed locally 60
National median $84,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,850
    25th
    $56,070
    50th (median)
    $69,330
    75th
    $79,880
    90th
    $101,460

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemical Technicians $47,710
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $74,580
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $50,650
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $61,810
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $69,250
    Urban and Regional Planners $62,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemists make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Chemists in Western North Carolina is $33.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.97 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Chemists salaries?

    The median Chemists salary in Western North Carolina is 17.6% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Chemists (10th percentile) earn around $48,850 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,070.