Chemist Salary in Lake Charles, Louisiana

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How much does a Chemist make in Lake Charles, LA? The average Chemist salary in Lake Charles, LA is $100,859 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $90,220 and $112,599. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Chemist with Security Clearance
Mayvin, Inc - ALEXANDRIA , VA
Mayvin is currently seeking a Chemist, Technical and Scientific Analyst to provide support for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA). This position support
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Chemist with Security Clearance
Department of Defense - VANDENBERG AFB , CA
Duties * *****Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level***** * Apply scientific expertise and analytical methodologies applicab
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Chemist with Security Clearance
SOSi - RESTON , VA
Overview SOSi is seeking a Mid-level Chemist (Scientific Support) to provide technical and scientific analysis to support counter WMD proliferation intelligence
- 1 day ago
Chemist (4489) with Security Clearance
Three Saints Bay - ARLINGTON , VA
Ocean Bay, LLC, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, has an opening for a highly motivated Chemist located
- 1 day ago
Chemist with Security Clearance
Department of the Air Force - VANDENBERG AFB , CA
Duties * *****Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level***** * Apply scientific expertise and analytical methodologies applicab
- 1 day ago
Chemist- Technical Associate with Security Clearance
Oak Ridge National Laboratory - OAK RIDGE , TN
Requisition Id 14601 Overview: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is currently seeking applications for the role of a Chemist/Technical Associate Staff Member
- 1 day ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chemist in Lake Charles, LA. The base salary for Chemist ranges from $90,220 to $112,599 with the average base salary of $100,859. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $94,046 to $121,451 with the average total cash compensation of $106,445.

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About Lake Charles, Louisiana    Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the....More

Lake Charles, Louisiana  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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