As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Alsea, OR is $72,493, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,394 weekly, or $6,041 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 Alsea, OR vary widely, spanning from $57,122 to $84,994. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,448) and 75th percentile ($79,036), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,994 per year. This $14,588 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, Alsea Quality Control Chemist often earn 3.0% 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 $57,122 Alsea, OR February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $64,448 Alsea, OR February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $72,493 Alsea, OR February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $79,036 Alsea, OR February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $84,994 Alsea, OR February 01, 2026
25% $64,448 10% $57,122 90% $84,994 75% $79,036 $72,493 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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    Quality Control Chemist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Quality Control Chemist in Alsea, OR. The base salary for Quality Control Chemist ranges from $64,448 to $79,036 with the average base salary of $72,493. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,632 to $96,336 with the average total cash compensation of $84,834.
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About Alsea, Oregon    Alsea is an unincorporated community in Benton County, in the U.S. state of Oregon. It is on Oregon Route 34 and the Alsea River. For statistical purp....More

Alsea, Oregon  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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