As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Alabama is $67,628, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,301 weekly, or $5,636 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 Alabama vary widely, spanning from $53,288 to $79,289. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,122) and 75th percentile ($73,732), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,289 per year. This $13,610 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, Alabama Quality Control Chemist often earn 8.1% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Alabama currently ranks 47 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 $53,288 AL February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $60,122 AL February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $67,628 AL February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $73,732 AL February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $79,289 AL February 01, 2026
25% $60,122 10% $53,288 90% $79,289 75% $73,732 $67,628 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 Georgiana, AL Avg. Salary $73,354 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Tanner, AL Avg. Salary $78,190 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Abbeville, AL Avg. Salary $71,169 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Abernant, AL Avg. Salary $76,730 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adamsville, AL Avg. Salary $77,689 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Addison, AL Avg. Salary $76,097 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adger, AL Avg. Salary $76,822 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Akron, AL Avg. Salary $76,455 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alabaster, AL Avg. Salary $77,247 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alberta, AL Avg. Salary $74,880 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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