As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Minnesota is $75,328, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,449 weekly, or $6,277 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 Minnesota vary widely, spanning from $59,355 to $88,316. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,967) and 75th percentile ($82,126), while top earners (90th percentile) make $88,316 per year. This $15,159 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, Minnesota Quality Control Chemist often earn 2.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Minnesota currently ranks 12 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 $59,355 MN February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $66,967 MN February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $75,328 MN February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $82,126 MN February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $88,316 MN February 01, 2026
25% $66,967 10% $59,355 90% $88,316 75% $82,126 $75,328 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 Lakeville, MN Avg. Salary $86,711 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Minnetonka, MN Avg. Salary $87,261 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ada, MN Avg. Salary $79,015 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adams, MN Avg. Salary $82,834 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adolph, MN Avg. Salary $79,974 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MN Avg. Salary $74,429 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Afton, MN Avg. Salary $86,610 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ah Gwah Ching, MN Avg. Salary $79,915 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Aitkin, MN Avg. Salary $80,357 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Akeley, MN Avg. Salary $80,257 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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    Quality Control Chemist

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    Bachelor's Degree

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