As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Abingdon, VA is $64,234, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,235 weekly, or $5,353 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Quality Control Chemist in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Quality Control Chemist in Abingdon, VA vary widely, spanning from $50,614 to $75,310. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,105) and 75th percentile ($70,032), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,310 per year. This $12,927 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, Abingdon Quality Control Chemist often earn 13.3% lower than national averages. 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
Quality Control Chemist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $50,614 Abingdon, VA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $57,105 Abingdon, VA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $64,234 Abingdon, VA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $70,032 Abingdon, VA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $75,310 Abingdon, VA February 01, 2026
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What is a Quality Control Chemist ?

A chemist (from Greek chēm (ía) alchemy; replacing chemist from Medieval Latin alchimista) is a scientist trained in the study of chemistry. Chemists study the composition of matter and its properties. Chemists carefully describe the properties they study in terms of quantities, with detail on the level of molecules and their component atoms. Chemists carefully measure substance proportions, reaction rates, and other chemical properties. The word 'chemist' is also used to address Pharmacists in Commonwealth English. Chemists use this knowledge to learn the composition and properties of unfami...

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    Quality Control Chemist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Abingdon, Virginia    Abingdon is a town in Washington County, Virginia, United States, 133 miles (214 km) southwest of Roanoke. The population was 8,191 at the 2010 census....More

Abingdon, Virginia  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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