As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Research Chemist in Aiea, HI is $104,301, equivalent to $50 per hour, $2,006 weekly, or $8,692 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 Aiea, HI vary widely, spanning from $85,444 to $126,029. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($94,431) and 75th percentile ($115,674), while top earners (90th percentile) make $126,029 per year. This $21,243 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, Aiea Research Chemist often earn 0.5% higher 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 $85,444 Aiea, HI July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $94,431 Aiea, HI July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $104,301 Aiea, HI July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $115,674 Aiea, HI July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $126,029 Aiea, HI July 01, 2026
25% $94,431 10% $85,444 90% $126,029 75% $115,674 $104,301 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    2 - 4 years experience
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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 Research Chemist in Aiea, HI. The base salary for Research Chemist ranges from $94,431 to $115,674 with the average base salary of $104,301. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $110,095 to $142,826 with the average total cash compensation of $125,670.
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About Aiea, Hawaii    Aiea is located at 21°23′9″N 157°55′51″W / 21.38583°N 157.93083°W / 21.38583; -157.93083 (21.385900, −157.930927). According to the United States C....More

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