How much does a Petroleum Chemist make in Denver, CO?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Petroleum Chemist in Denver, CO is $76,019. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $66,271 to $84,309, with most professionals earning between $57,396 and $91,857.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Petroleum Chemist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Petroleum Chemist Salary $57,396 Denver,CO April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Petroleum Chemist Salary $66,271 Denver,CO April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Petroleum Chemist Salary $76,019 Denver,CO April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Petroleum Chemist Salary $84,309 Denver,CO April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Petroleum Chemist Salary $91,857 Denver,CO April 01, 2025
25% $66,271 10% $57,396 90% $91,857 75% $84,309 $76,019 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Petroleum 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 Petroleum Chemist in Denver, CO. The base salary for Petroleum Chemist ranges from $66,271 to $84,309 with the average base salary of $76,019. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,271 to $84,309 with the average total cash compensation of $76,019.
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