As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Passaic, NJ is $83,678, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,609 weekly, or $6,973 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Quality Control Chemist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Quality Control Chemist in Passaic, NJ vary widely, spanning from $65,929 to $98,088. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,387) and 75th percentile ($91,220), while top earners (90th percentile) make $98,088 per year. This $16,833 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, Passaic Quality Control Chemist often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Passaic currently ranks 19 statewide 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 $65,929 Passaic, NJ June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $74,387 Passaic, NJ June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $83,678 Passaic, NJ June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $91,220 Passaic, NJ June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $98,088 Passaic, NJ June 01, 2026
25% $74,387 10% $65,929 90% $98,088 75% $91,220 $83,678 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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    Quality Control Chemist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Quality Control Chemist in Passaic, NJ. The base salary for Quality Control Chemist ranges from $74,387 to $91,220 with the average base salary of $83,678. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $85,067 to $110,384 with the average total cash compensation of $97,606.
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About Passaic, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 3.244 square miles (8.401 km2), including 3.146 square miles (8.149 km2) of....More

Passaic, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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