As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Polymer Chemist in Worcester, MA is $75,998, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,462 weekly, or $6,333 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Polymer Chemist in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Polymer Chemist in Worcester, MA vary widely, spanning from $59,893 to $89,094. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,568) and 75th percentile ($82,853), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,094 per year. This $15,285 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Analytical Chemistry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Worcester Polymer Chemist often earn 3.6% higher than national averages. However, Worcester currently ranks 216 statewide for Polymer Chemist job salary. 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
Polymer Chemist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Polymer Chemist Salary $59,893 Worcester, MA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Polymer Chemist Salary $67,568 Worcester, MA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Polymer Chemist Salary $75,998 Worcester, MA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Polymer Chemist Salary $82,853 Worcester, MA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Polymer Chemist Salary $89,094 Worcester, MA April 01, 2026
25% $67,568 10% $59,893 90% $89,094 75% $82,853 $75,998 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Worcester, Massachusetts    Worcester has a total area of 38.6 square miles (100 km2), 37.6 square miles (97 km2) of land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (roughly 2.59%) of water. ....More

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