As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Georgia is $70,999, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,365 weekly, or $5,917 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 Georgia vary widely, spanning from $55,945 to $83,242. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,119) and 75th percentile ($77,407), while top earners (90th percentile) make $83,242 per year. This $14,288 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, Georgia Quality Control Chemist often earn 3.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Georgia currently ranks 29 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 $55,945 GA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $63,119 GA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $70,999 GA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $77,407 GA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $83,242 GA February 01, 2026
25% $63,119 10% $55,945 90% $83,242 75% $77,407 $70,999 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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Location Abbeville, GA Avg. Salary $73,837 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Acworth, GA Avg. Salary $81,058 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adairsville, GA Avg. Salary $78,048 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adel, GA Avg. Salary $73,562 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adrian, GA Avg. Salary $74,112 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ailey, GA Avg. Salary $74,112 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alamo, GA Avg. Salary $74,112 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alapaha, GA Avg. Salary $73,562 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Albany, GA Avg. Salary $74,146 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Allenhurst, GA Avg. Salary $76,922 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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