Research Chemist Salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

Research Chemist Salary in Raleigh, NC

How much does a Research Chemist make in Raleigh, NC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research Chemist in Raleigh, NC is $97,861. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $86,926 to $108,315, with most professionals earning between $76,970 and $117,832.

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10th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $76,970 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $86,926 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $97,861 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $108,315 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $117,832 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
25% $86,926 10% $76,970 90% $117,832 75% $108,315 $97,861 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. Down a level:

    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
    Master's Degree or MBA

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97861

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108315
97861
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Research Chemist in Raleigh, NC. The base salary for Research Chemist ranges from $86,926 to $108,315 with the average base salary of $97,861. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $86,926 to $108,315 with the average total cash compensation of $97,861.
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About Raleigh, North Carolina    According to the United States Census Bureau, Raleigh occupies a total area of 144.0 square miles (373.0 km2), of which 142 square miles (369 km2) is ....More

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