How much does a Medicinal Chemist make in Lexington, KY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Medicinal Chemist in Lexington, KY is $61,017. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $53,193 to $67,671, with most professionals earning between $46,069 and $73,730.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Medicinal Chemist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Medicinal Chemist Salary $46,069 Lexington,KY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Medicinal Chemist Salary $53,193 Lexington,KY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Medicinal Chemist Salary $61,017 Lexington,KY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Medicinal Chemist Salary $67,671 Lexington,KY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Medicinal Chemist Salary $73,730 Lexington,KY April 01, 2025
25% $53,193 10% $46,069 90% $73,730 75% $67,671 $61,017 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Medicinal Chemist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Chemist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor'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 Medicinal Chemist in Lexington, KY. The base salary for Medicinal Chemist ranges from $53,193 to $67,671 with the average base salary of $61,017. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,193 to $67,671 with the average total cash compensation of $61,017.
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