What are the main factors that influence an Analytical Chemist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Analytical Chemist?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Analytical Chemist roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

How does experience change An Analytical Chemist's salary?

An Analytical Chemist's salary grows with experience: a Chemist I (0-2 years)earns $67,175, a Analytical Chemist (2-4 years)earns $83,296, a Chemist III (4-7 years)earns $100,952, a Chemist IV (7+ years)earns $132,383, a Chemist V (7-10 years)earns $154,607,

What are the highest paying states for an Analytical Chemist?

Analytical Chemist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Analytical Chemist roles are District of Columbia $91,702, California $91,354, Massachusetts $90,137. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Analytical Chemist roles make?

Salaries for Analytical Chemist level roles vary by specialization: Analytical Chemist V: $150,280; Analytical Chemist IV: $128,680; Analytical Chemist III: $98,130; Senior Analytical Chemist: $97,394; Qc Analytical Chemist: $96,094.

Analytical Chemist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Analytical Chemist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Analytical Chemist in Delaware is $83,875 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, an Analytical Chemist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,934
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,535 to $91,758
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,120

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Analytical Chemist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,758	$7,646	$1,765	$44
Average	$83,875	$6,990	$1,613	$40
25th Percentile	$73,535	$6,128	$1,414	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Analytical Chemist Salaries

An Analytical Chemist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Analytical Chemist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Analytical Chemist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $67,175
Early Career (1-2 years): $83,296
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,952
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,383
Expert (over 8 years): $154,607

Levels	Salary
Chemist I... Level Analytical Chemist	$67,175
Analytica... Level Analytical Chemist	$83,296
Chemist I... Level Analytical Chemist	$100,952
Chemist I... Level Analytical Chemist	$132,383
Chemist V... Level Analytical Chemist	$154,607

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How Do Analytical Chemist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Analytical Chemists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,702.
California: $91,354.
Massachusetts: $90,137.

District of Columbia $91,702 California $91,354 Massachusetts $90,137 Washington $89,806 New Jersey $89,773 Alaska $89,657 Connecticut $88,514 New York $88,050

Hawaii $86,567 Rhode Island $85,872 Maryland $85,399 Minnesota $84,753 Colorado $84,505 Illinois $84,422 Oregon $84,107 Delaware $83,875

New Hampshire $83,730 Virginia $83,403 Pennsylvania $82,451 Nevada $81,971 North Dakota $81,813 Michigan $81,565 Wisconsin $81,474 Vermont $81,291

Texas $80,786 Maine $80,753 Arizona $80,703 Ohio $80,645 Georgia $79,883 Indiana $79,502 Wyoming $79,428 Utah $79,312

Iowa $79,262 Kansas $78,865 Louisiana $78,749 North Carolina $78,707 Missouri $78,691 Florida $78,368 Montana $78,194 Nebraska $78,028

Kentucky $77,937 South Carolina $77,606 Tennessee $77,399 Idaho $77,316 New Mexico $76,711 Oklahoma $76,579 Alabama $76,090 South Dakota $75,270

Arkansas $74,823 West Virginia $74,583 Mississippi $73,862

Top Paying Cities for Analytical Chemists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $83,498
Little Creek: $84,109
Magnolia: $83,988

Lincoln, DE $83,498 Little Creek, DE $84,109 Magnolia, DE $83,988 Milford, DE $83,710 Marydel, DE $83,847 Millsboro, DE $83,147 Millville, DE $83,276 Milton, DE $83,420

Nassau, DE $83,480 Ocean View, DE $83,262 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,422 Seaford, DE $83,469 Selbyville, DE $83,123 Smyrna, DE $84,167 Viola, DE $83,779 Woodside, DE $84,005

Bear, DE $83,811 Newark, DE $83,779 Claymont, DE $83,951 Delaware City, DE $83,863 Hockessin, DE $83,772 Kirkwood, DE $83,847 Middletown, DE $83,880 Montchanin, DE $83,791

New Castle, DE $83,803 Odessa, DE $83,921 Port Penn, DE $83,977 Rockland, DE $83,799 Saint Georges, DE $83,853 Townsend, DE $83,982 Winterthur, DE $83,809 Lewes, DE $83,452

Wilmington, DE $83,776 Dover, DE $84,109 Dover Afb, DE $83,666 Bethany Beach, DE $83,174 Bethel, DE $83,260 Bridgeville, DE $83,456 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,872 Cheswold, DE $84,082

Clayton, DE $84,084 Dagsboro, DE $83,116 Delmar, DE $82,983 Ellendale, DE $83,234 Felton, DE $83,703 Fenwick Island, DE $83,134 Frankford, DE $82,989 Frederica, DE $83,786

Georgetown, DE $83,084 Greenwood, DE $83,470 Harbeson, DE $83,173 Harrington, DE $83,597 Hartly, DE $83,857 Houston, DE $83,478 Kenton, DE $84,088 Laurel, DE $83,035

Yorklyn, DE $83,797

Analytical Chemist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Analytical Chemist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Analytical Chemist positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Analytical Chemist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Analytical Chemist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$134,201	$65.0	60%
Pharmaceuticals	$117,426	$56.0	40%
Financial Services	$109,038	$52.0	30%
Business Services	$104,844	$50.0	25%
MFG Nondurable	$100,651	$48.0	20%

Analytical Chemist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Analytical Chemist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$73,535

Average $83,875/year

$91,758

$6,128

Average $6,990/month

$7,646

$1,414

Average $1,613/week

$1,765

$35

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,758	$7,646	$1,765	$44
Average	$83,875	$6,990	$1,613	$40
25th Percentile	$73,535	$6,128	$1,414	$35

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