As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chemical Lab Technician in the US is $54,917, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,056 weekly, or $4,576 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chemical Lab Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chemical Lab Technician in the US vary widely, spanning from $46,866 to $66,130. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($50,703) and 75th percentile ($60,786), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,130 per year. This $10,083 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Quality Control, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Chemical Lab Technician often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 65 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chemical Lab Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chemical Lab Technician Salary $46,866 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chemical Lab Technician Salary $50,703 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chemical Lab Technician Salary $54,917 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chemical Lab Technician Salary $60,786 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chemical Lab Technician Salary $66,130 US July 01, 2026
25% $50,703 10% $46,866 90% $66,130 75% $60,786 $54,917 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Chemical Lab Technician ?

Chemical technologists and technicians (abbr. chem techs) are workers who provide technical support or services in chemical-related fields. They may work under direct supervision or may work independently, depending on their specific position and duties. Their work environments differ widely and include, but are not limited to, laboratories and industrial settings. As such, it is nearly impossible to generalize the duties of chem techs as their individual jobs vary greatly. Biochemical techs often do similar work in biochemistry....

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  1. This Job:

    Chemical Lab Technician

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Chemical Technician II

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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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 Chemical Lab Technician in the United States. The base salary for Chemical Lab Technician ranges from $50,703 to $60,786 with the average base salary of $54,917. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,568 to $71,379 with the average total cash compensation of $60,961.

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