Chemical Technicians Salary in U.S. (2024)
Chemical Technicians in U.S. make a median of $57,790 a year, or about $27.78 an hour. The range runs from $39K at the entry level to $91K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $58K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level chemical technicians (10th percentile) start around $39K. Mid-career wages sit at $58K.Top earners bring in $91K or more - a $52K spread from bottom to top.
Chemical Technicians pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $83K | +44% | 950 |
| Delaware | $65K | +12% | 600 |
| Massachusetts | $65K | +12% | 2,200 |
| Texas | $65K | +12% | 6,510 |
| Oklahoma | $64K | +11% | 770 |
| West Virginia | $64K | +10% | 240 |
| Arizona | $63K | +9% | 470 |
| New Mexico | $63K | +8% | 100 |
| Illinois | $62K | +7% | 1,410 |
| Alaska | $61K | +6% | 150 |
| Vermont | $61K | +5% | 140 |
| South Carolina | $60K | +3% | 1,300 |
| Nebraska | $59K | +2% | 330 |
| Pennsylvania | $59K | +2% | 3,050 |
| Missouri | $59K | +2% | 700 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do chemical technicians make in U.S.?
The median is $57,790 a year - that works out to about $27.78 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $39,030, and experienced chemical technicians can clear $90,990. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $58K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,039/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 35% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a chemical technicians salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median chemical technicians salary is worth about $57,790 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do chemical technicians get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.