How much does a Research Chemist make in DC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research Chemist in District of Columbia is $110,950. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $98,552 to $122,802, with most professionals earning between $87,265 and $133,592.

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 $87,265 DC March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $98,552 DC March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $110,950 DC March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $122,802 DC March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $133,592 DC March 01, 2025
25% $98,552 10% $87,265 90% $133,592 75% $122,802 $110,950 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $122,586 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $122,586 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $122,586 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $122,586 Date Updated March 01, 2025
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    Chemist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Research Chemist

    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Chemist IV

    7 + years experience
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