As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Pennsylvania is $73,281, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,409 weekly, or $6,107 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 Pennsylvania vary widely, spanning from $57,743 to $85,917. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,148) and 75th percentile ($79,895), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,917 per year. This $14,747 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, Pennsylvania Quality Control Chemist often earn 0.4% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Pennsylvania currently ranks 19 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 $57,743 PA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $65,148 PA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $73,281 PA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $79,895 PA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $85,917 PA February 01, 2026
25% $65,148 10% $57,743 90% $85,917 75% $79,895 $73,281 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 Stroudsburg, PA Avg. Salary $84,134 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Aaronsburg, PA Avg. Salary $80,849 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Abbottstown, PA Avg. Salary $80,341 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Abington, PA Avg. Salary $87,077 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ackermanville, PA Avg. Salary $87,311 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Acme, PA Avg. Salary $76,847 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Acosta, PA Avg. Salary $73,771 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adah, PA Avg. Salary $80,674 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adamsburg, PA Avg. Salary $80,841 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adamstown, PA Avg. Salary $82,283 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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