How much does a Medicinal Chemist make in Philadelphia, PA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Medicinal Chemist in Philadelphia, PA is $68,894. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $60,060 to $76,407, with most professionals earning between $52,017 and $83,248.

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 $52,017 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Medicinal Chemist Salary $60,060 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Medicinal Chemist Salary $68,894 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Medicinal Chemist Salary $76,407 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Medicinal Chemist Salary $83,248 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
25% $60,060 10% $52,017 90% $83,248 75% $76,407 $68,894 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 Philadelphia, PA. The base salary for Medicinal Chemist ranges from $60,060 to $76,407 with the average base salary of $68,894. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,060 to $76,407 with the average total cash compensation of $68,894.
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