As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Michigan 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 Michigan 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, Michigan Quality Control Chemist often earn 1.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Michigan currently ranks 22 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 $57,122 MI February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $64,448 MI February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $72,493 MI February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $79,036 MI February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $84,994 MI 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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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 Taylor, MI Avg. Salary $83,250 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Acme, MI Avg. Salary $77,939 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ada, MI Avg. Salary $79,715 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Addison, MI Avg. Salary $82,450 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MI Avg. Salary $81,566 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Afton, MI Avg. Salary $77,473 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ahmeek, MI Avg. Salary $78,890 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Akron, MI Avg. Salary $77,564 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alanson, MI Avg. Salary $77,473 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alba, MI Avg. Salary $77,473 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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