What are the main factors that influence a Laboratory 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 Laboratory Chemist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Laboratory Chemist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Laboratory Chemist's salary?

A Laboratory Chemist's salary grows with experience: a Chemist I (0-2 years)earns $64,569, a Chemist II (2-4 years)earns $80,065, a Laboratory Chemist (4-7 years)earns $97,037, a Chemist IV (7+ years)earns $127,249, a Chemist V (7-10 years)earns $148,611,

What are the highest paying states for a Laboratory Chemist?

Laboratory Chemist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Laboratory Chemist roles are District of Columbia $105,343, California $104,943, Massachusetts $103,544. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Laboratory Chemist roles make?

Salaries for Laboratory Chemist level roles vary by specialization: Analytical Chemist V: $150,280; Chemist V: $150,279; Analytical Chemist IV: $128,680; Chemist IV: $128,677; Chemist: $99,795.

Laboratory Chemist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Laboratory Chemist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Laboratory Chemist in Delaware is $96,352 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,160
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,483 to $106,197
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,499

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Laboratory Chemist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,197	$8,850	$2,042	$51
Average	$96,352	$8,029	$1,853	$46
25th Percentile	$86,483	$7,207	$1,663	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Laboratory Chemist Salaries

A Laboratory 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 Laboratory Chemist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Laboratory 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): $64,569
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,065
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,037
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,249
Expert (over 8 years): $148,611

Levels	Salary
Chemist I... Level Laboratory Chemist	$64,569
Chemist I... Level Laboratory Chemist	$80,065
Laborator... Level Laboratory Chemist	$97,037
Chemist I... Level Laboratory Chemist	$127,249
Chemist V... Level Laboratory Chemist	$148,611

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

District of Columbia: $105,343.
California: $104,943.
Massachusetts: $103,544.

District of Columbia $105,343 California $104,943 Massachusetts $103,544 Washington $103,164 New Jersey $103,126 Alaska $102,993 Connecticut $101,680 New York $101,147

Hawaii $99,444 Rhode Island $98,645 Maryland $98,102 Minnesota $97,360 Colorado $97,075 Illinois $96,980 Oregon $96,618 Delaware $96,352

New Hampshire $96,184 Virginia $95,809 Pennsylvania $94,715 Nevada $94,163 North Dakota $93,983 Michigan $93,697 Wisconsin $93,592 Vermont $93,383

Texas $92,803 Maine $92,765 Arizona $92,708 Ohio $92,641 Georgia $91,766 Indiana $91,328 Wyoming $91,242 Utah $91,109

Iowa $91,052 Kansas $90,595 Louisiana $90,462 North Carolina $90,415 Missouri $90,396 Florida $90,025 Montana $89,825 Nebraska $89,635

Kentucky $89,530 South Carolina $89,149 Tennessee $88,911 Idaho $88,816 New Mexico $88,122 Oklahoma $87,969 Alabama $87,408 South Dakota $86,466

Arkansas $85,952 West Virginia $85,677 Mississippi $84,849

Top Paying Cities for Laboratory 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: $95,918
Little Creek: $96,620
Magnolia: $96,481

Lincoln, DE $95,918 Little Creek, DE $96,620 Magnolia, DE $96,481 Milford, DE $96,161 Marydel, DE $96,319 Millsboro, DE $95,515 Millville, DE $95,663 Milton, DE $95,828

Nassau, DE $95,898 Ocean View, DE $95,647 Rehoboth Beach, DE $95,830 Seaford, DE $95,884 Selbyville, DE $95,488 Smyrna, DE $96,687 Viola, DE $96,241 Woodside, DE $96,500

Bear, DE $96,277 Newark, DE $96,241 Claymont, DE $96,438 Delaware City, DE $96,337 Hockessin, DE $96,233 Kirkwood, DE $96,319 Middletown, DE $96,356 Montchanin, DE $96,255

New Castle, DE $96,269 Odessa, DE $96,404 Port Penn, DE $96,469 Rockland, DE $96,264 Saint Georges, DE $96,326 Townsend, DE $96,474 Winterthur, DE $96,276 Lewes, DE $95,865

Wilmington, DE $96,237 Dover, DE $96,620 Dover Afb, DE $96,111 Bethany Beach, DE $95,546 Bethel, DE $95,645 Bridgeville, DE $95,870 Camden Wyoming, DE $96,348 Cheswold, DE $96,589

Clayton, DE $96,591 Dagsboro, DE $95,479 Delmar, DE $95,326 Ellendale, DE $95,615 Felton, DE $96,154 Fenwick Island, DE $95,500 Frankford, DE $95,334 Frederica, DE $96,249

Georgetown, DE $95,443 Greenwood, DE $95,885 Harbeson, DE $95,545 Harrington, DE $96,032 Hartly, DE $96,331 Houston, DE $95,895 Kenton, DE $96,596 Laurel, DE $95,386

Yorklyn, DE $96,261

Laboratory Chemist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Laboratory Chemist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 42% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Laboratory Chemist positions in Transportation or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Laboratory Chemist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Laboratory Chemist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$115,622	$56.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$110,804	$53.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$107,914	$52.0	12%
MFG Durable	$105,987	$51.0	10%
Chemicals	$104,060	$50.0	8%

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

Understanding how a Laboratory 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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$86,483

Average $96,352/year

$106,197

$7,207

Average $8,029/month

$8,850

$1,663

Average $1,853/week

$2,042

$42

Average $46/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,197	$8,850	$2,042	$51
Average	$96,352	$8,029	$1,853	$46
25th Percentile	$86,483	$7,207	$1,663	$42

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