As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Sioux Falls, SD is $66,818, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,285 weekly, or $5,568 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 Sioux Falls, SD vary widely, spanning from $52,650 to $78,339. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,402) and 75th percentile ($72,849), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,339 per year. This $13,447 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, Sioux Falls Quality Control Chemist often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Sioux Falls currently ranks 711 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 $52,650 Sioux Falls, SD February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $59,402 Sioux Falls, SD February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $66,818 Sioux Falls, SD February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $72,849 Sioux Falls, SD February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $78,339 Sioux Falls, SD February 01, 2026
25% $59,402 10% $52,650 90% $78,339 75% $72,849 $66,818 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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About Sioux Falls, South Dakota    Sioux Falls (/ˌsuː ˈfɔːlz/) (Lakota: Íŋyaŋ Okábleča Otȟúŋwahe; "Stone Shatter City") is the most populous city in the U.S. state of South Dakota and t....More

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