As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Production Chemist in Buffalo, NY is $71,885, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,382 weekly, or $5,990 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Production Chemist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Production Chemist in Buffalo, NY vary widely, spanning from $56,649 to $84,266. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,910) and 75th percentile ($78,366), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,266 per year. This $14,456 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, Buffalo Production Chemist often earn 9.0% lower than national averages. However, Buffalo currently ranks 478 statewide for Production 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
Production Chemist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Production Chemist Salary $56,649 Buffalo, NY September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Production Chemist Salary $63,910 Buffalo, NY September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Production Chemist Salary $71,885 Buffalo, NY September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Production Chemist Salary $78,366 Buffalo, NY September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Production Chemist Salary $84,266 Buffalo, NY September 01, 2026
25% $63,910 10% $56,649 90% $84,266 75% $78,366 $71,885 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Production Chemist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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