As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Mississippi is $65,647, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,262 weekly, or $5,471 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 Mississippi vary widely, spanning from $51,728 to $76,967. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,361) and 75th percentile ($71,573), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,967 per year. This $13,212 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, Mississippi Quality Control Chemist often earn 10.8% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Mississippi currently ranks 51 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 $51,728 MS February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $58,361 MS February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $65,647 MS February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $71,573 MS February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $76,967 MS February 01, 2026
25% $58,361 10% $51,728 90% $76,967 75% $71,573 $65,647 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 Olive Branch, MS Avg. Salary $77,789 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Abbeville, MS Avg. Salary $77,514 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, MS Avg. Salary $70,586 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ackerman, MS Avg. Salary $70,336 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Algoma, MS Avg. Salary $70,336 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alligator, MS Avg. Salary $73,370 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Amory, MS Avg. Salary $70,336 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Anguilla, MS Avg. Salary $73,420 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Arcola, MS Avg. Salary $74,121 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Arkabutla, MS Avg. Salary $77,514 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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