How much does a Polymer Chemist make in Durham, NC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Polymer Chemist in Durham, NC is $77,280. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $59,067 to a high of $95,521, with most professionals earning between $67,746 and $86,828.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Polymer Chemist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Polymer Chemist Salary $59,067 Durham,NC March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Polymer Chemist Salary $67,746 Durham,NC March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Polymer Chemist Salary $77,280 Durham,NC March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Polymer Chemist Salary $86,828 Durham,NC March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Polymer Chemist Salary $95,521 Durham,NC March 01, 2025
25% $67,746 10% $59,067 90% $95,521 75% $86,828 $77,280 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Polymer Chemist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    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 Polymer Chemist in Durham, NC. The base salary for Polymer Chemist ranges from $67,746 to $86,828 with the average base salary of $77,280. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,303 to $90,668 with the average total cash compensation of $79,844.
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