As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Alaska is $79,685, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,532 weekly, or $6,640 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 Alaska vary widely, spanning from $62,789 to $93,426. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,841) and 75th percentile ($86,878), while top earners (90th percentile) make $93,426 per year. This $16,037 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, Alaska Quality Control Chemist often earn 8.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Alaska currently ranks 6 nationwide for Quality Control 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
Quality Control Chemist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $62,789 AK February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $70,841 AK February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $79,685 AK February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $86,878 AK February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $93,426 AK February 01, 2026
25% $70,841 10% $62,789 90% $93,426 75% $86,878 $79,685 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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Location Palmer, AK Avg. Salary $90,229 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Sitka, AK Avg. Salary $90,654 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adak, AK Avg. Salary $90,229 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Akiachak, AK Avg. Salary $90,229 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Akiak, AK Avg. Salary $90,229 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Akutan, AK Avg. Salary $90,229 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alakanuk, AK Avg. Salary $90,229 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Aleknagik, AK Avg. Salary $90,229 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Allakaket, AK Avg. Salary $91,263 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ambler, AK Avg. Salary $91,263 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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