As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Control Chemist in Springfield, MO is $65,309, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,256 weekly, or $5,442 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 Springfield, MO vary widely, spanning from $51,468 to $76,560. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,064) and 75th percentile ($71,198), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,560 per year. This $13,134 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, Springfield Quality Control Chemist often earn 6.7% lower than national averages. However, Springfield currently ranks 773 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 $51,468 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $58,064 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $65,309 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $71,198 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Control Chemist Salary $76,560 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
25% $58,064 10% $51,468 90% $76,560 75% $71,198 $65,309 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

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    Bachelor's Degree

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