How much does a Chief Chemist make in Reno, NV?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chief Chemist in Reno, NV is $121,586. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $92,795 to $202,479, with most professionals earning between $66,583 and $276,127.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Chief Chemist in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Chemist in Reno, NV. The base salary for Chief Chemist ranges from $92,795 to $202,479 with the average base salary of $121,586. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $92,795 to $202,479 with the average total cash compensation of $121,586.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $121,586 $92,795 - $202,479
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $121,586 $92,795 - $202,479
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Sun Valley, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,795 - $202,479 COMPARE TO Reno, NV 0%
CITY, STATE Sparks, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,795 - $202,479 COMPARE TO Reno, NV 0%
CITY, STATE Carson City, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,582 - $202,014 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Chico, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,259 - $207,854 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Roseville, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,028 - $218,261 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Elk Grove, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,139 - $218,503 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Chemist LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $97,603 MAXIMUM SALARY $121,814
JOB TITLE Chemist I LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $56,990 MAXIMUM SALARY $72,502
JOB TITLE Chemist II LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $69,886 MAXIMUM SALARY $89,504
JOB TITLE Chemist III LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $86,771 MAXIMUM SALARY $108,122
JOB TITLE Chemist IV LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $109,988 MAXIMUM SALARY $134,385
JOB TITLE Chemist V LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $130,749 MAXIMUM SALARY $154,740
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About Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

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