As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Florida is $69,684, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,340 weekly, or $5,807 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Quality Control Chemist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Quality Control Chemist in Florida vary widely, spanning from $54,915 to $81,688. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,954) and 75th percentile ($75,967), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,688 per year. This $14,013 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, Florida Quality Control Chemist often earn 5.4% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Florida currently ranks 38 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 $54,915 FL August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $61,954 FL August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $69,684 FL August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $75,967 FL August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $81,688 FL August 01, 2026
25% $61,954 10% $54,915 90% $81,688 75% $75,967 $69,684 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 Coconut Creek, FL Avg. Salary $80,759 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alachua, FL Avg. Salary $75,943 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alford, FL Avg. Salary $75,471 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Altamonte Springs, FL Avg. Salary $78,979 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Altha, FL Avg. Salary $76,110 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Altoona, FL Avg. Salary $77,149 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alturas, FL Avg. Salary $78,228 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alva, FL Avg. Salary $78,322 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Anna Maria, FL Avg. Salary $79,354 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Anthony, FL Avg. Salary $76,255 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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