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

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

How does experience change a Chemist's salary?

A Chemist's salary grows with experience: starting around $95,950 for beginners, reaching about $98,059 at mid-level, and approach $106,761 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Chemist?

Chemist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chemist roles are District of Columbia $110,464, California $110,045, Massachusetts $108,578. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chemist roles make?

Salaries for Chemist level roles vary by specialization: Expert Chemist: $150,300; Chemist V: $150,204; Specialist Chemist: $128,600; Chemist IV: $128,536; Senior Chemist: $98,100.

Chemist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chemist make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chemist in Delaware is $101,035 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $123,574
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,590 to $112,833
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,991

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Chemist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$112,833	$9,403	$2,170	$54
Average	$101,035	$8,420	$1,943	$49
25th Percentile	$91,590	$7,633	$1,761	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Chemist Salaries

A 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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Chemist	$95,950
Intermediate Level Chemist	$96,653
Senior Level Chemist	$98,059
Specialist Level Chemist	$103,638
Expert Level Chemist	$106,761

How Do 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 Chemists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $110,464.
California: $110,045.
Massachusetts: $108,578.

District of Columbia $110,464 California $110,045 Massachusetts $108,578 Washington $108,179 New Jersey $108,139 Alaska $107,999 Connecticut $106,622 New York $106,064

Hawaii $104,278 Rhode Island $103,440 Maryland $102,871 Minnesota $102,093 Colorado $101,794 Illinois $101,694 Oregon $101,315 Delaware $101,035

New Hampshire $100,860 Virginia $100,467 Pennsylvania $99,319 Nevada $98,741 North Dakota $98,551 Michigan $98,252 Wisconsin $98,142 Vermont $97,923

Texas $97,314 Maine $97,274 Arizona $97,214 Ohio $97,144 Georgia $96,227 Indiana $95,768 Wyoming $95,678 Utah $95,538

Iowa $95,478 Kansas $94,999 Louisiana $94,860 North Carolina $94,810 Missouri $94,790 Florida $94,401 Montana $94,191 Nebraska $93,992

Kentucky $93,882 South Carolina $93,483 Tennessee $93,234 Idaho $93,134 New Mexico $92,405 Oklahoma $92,246 Alabama $91,657 South Dakota $90,670

Arkansas $90,131 West Virginia $89,841 Mississippi $88,973

Top Paying Cities for 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: $104,567
Little Creek: $103,600
Magnolia: $104,029

Lincoln, DE $104,567 Little Creek, DE $103,600 Magnolia, DE $104,029 Milford, DE $104,567 Marydel, DE $103,210 Millsboro, DE $104,567 Millville, DE $105,266 Milton, DE $104,567

Nassau, DE $104,567 Ocean View, DE $105,266 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,266 Seaford, DE $103,470 Selbyville, DE $105,266 Smyrna, DE $103,091 Viola, DE $104,029 Woodside, DE $103,729

Bear, DE $102,332 Newark, DE $102,372 Claymont, DE $102,452 Delaware City, DE $102,372 Hockessin, DE $102,452 Kirkwood, DE $102,372 Middletown, DE $102,881 Montchanin, DE $102,452

New Castle, DE $102,452 Odessa, DE $103,021 Port Penn, DE $102,093 Rockland, DE $102,452 Saint Georges, DE $102,372 Townsend, DE $102,871 Winterthur, DE $102,452 Lewes, DE $104,567

Wilmington, DE $102,452 Dover, DE $103,550 Dover Afb, DE $103,789 Bethany Beach, DE $105,266 Bethel, DE $103,470 Bridgeville, DE $104,567 Camden Wyoming, DE $103,659 Cheswold, DE $103,310

Clayton, DE $103,051 Dagsboro, DE $105,266 Delmar, DE $103,470 Ellendale, DE $104,567 Felton, DE $104,567 Fenwick Island, DE $105,266 Frankford, DE $105,266 Frederica, DE $104,567

Georgetown, DE $104,567 Greenwood, DE $104,567 Harbeson, DE $104,567 Harrington, DE $104,567 Hartly, DE $103,001 Houston, DE $104,567 Kenton, DE $103,051 Laurel, DE $103,470

Yorklyn, DE $102,452

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

Understanding how a 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$91,590

Average $101,035/year

$112,833

$7,633

Average $8,420/month

$9,403

$1,761

Average $1,943/week

$2,170

$44

Average $49/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$112,833	$9,403	$2,170	$54
Average	$101,035	$8,420	$1,943	$49
25th Percentile	$91,590	$7,633	$1,761	$44

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