As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Research Chemist in Acton, MT is $96,441, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,855 weekly, or $8,037 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 Acton, MT vary widely, spanning from $79,261 to $116,653. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($87,448) and 75th percentile ($107,020), while top earners (90th percentile) make $116,653 per year. This $19,572 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, Acton Research Chemist often earn 1.8% 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 $79,261 Acton, MT August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $87,448 Acton, MT August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $96,441 Acton, MT August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $107,020 Acton, MT August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $116,653 Acton, MT August 01, 2026
25% $87,448 10% $79,261 90% $116,653 75% $107,020 $96,441 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Chemist II

    2 - 4 years experience
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    4 - 7 years experience
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About Acton, Montana    Acton is an unincorporated community in northwestern Yellowstone County, Montana, United States. It has a postal ZIP code (59002) and lies along Monta....More

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