As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Research Chemist in Aberdeen, NC is $90,958, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,749 weekly, or $7,580 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Research Chemist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Research Chemist in Aberdeen, NC vary widely, spanning from $74,849 to $109,981. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,526) and 75th percentile ($100,915), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,981 per year. This $18,389 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, Aberdeen Research Chemist often earn 4.6% lower than national averages. 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
Research Chemist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $74,849 Aberdeen, NC June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $82,526 Aberdeen, NC June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $90,958 Aberdeen, NC June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $100,915 Aberdeen, NC June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $109,981 Aberdeen, NC June 01, 2026
25% $82,526 10% $74,849 90% $109,981 75% $100,915 $90,958 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Aberdeen, North Carolina    Aberdeen is a town in Moore County, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Raleigh–Durham–Cary-Chapel Hill Combined Statistical Area. The po....More

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