What are the main factors that influence a Chemist I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Chemist 's salary?

A Chemist 's salary grows with experience: a Chemist I (0-2 years)earns $66,236, a Chemist II (2-4 years)earns $82,057, a Chemist III (4-7 years)earns $99,499, a Chemist IV (7+ years)earns $130,426, a Chemist V (7-10 years)earns $152,438,

What are the highest paying states for a Chemist I?

Chemist I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chemist I roles are District of Columbia $72,253, California $71,978, Massachusetts $71,019. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chemist roles make?

Salaries for Chemist level roles vary by specialization: Expert Chemist: $150,200; Chemist V: $150,185; Specialist Chemist: $128,500; Chemist IV: $128,499; Chemist: $99,609.

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Chemist I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chemist I make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Chemist I in Delaware is $66,236 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Chemist I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,646
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,817 to $72,208
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,063

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Chemist I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,208	$6,017	$1,389	$35
Average	$66,236	$5,520	$1,274	$32
25th Percentile	$58,817	$4,901	$1,131	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Chemist I Salaries

A Chemist I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Chemist I	0-2 years	$66,236
Chemist II	2-4 years	$82,057
Chemist III	4-7 years	$99,499
Chemist IV	7+ years	$130,426
Chemist V	7-10 years	$152,438

How Do Chemist I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Chemist Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $72,253.
California: $71,978.
Massachusetts: $71,019.

District of Columbia $72,253 California $71,978 Massachusetts $71,019 Washington $70,758 New Jersey $70,732 Alaska $70,641 Connecticut $69,740 New York $69,375

Hawaii $68,207 Rhode Island $67,658 Maryland $67,286 Minnesota $66,777 Colorado $66,582 Illinois $66,516 Oregon $66,268 Delaware $66,086

New Hampshire $65,971 Virginia $65,714 Pennsylvania $64,963 Nevada $64,585 North Dakota $64,461 Michigan $64,265 Wisconsin $64,193 Vermont $64,050

Texas $63,652 Maine $63,626 Arizona $63,586 Ohio $63,541 Georgia $62,940 Indiana $62,640 Wyoming $62,581 Utah $62,490

Iowa $62,451 Kansas $62,138 Louisiana $62,046 North Carolina $62,014 Missouri $62,001 Florida $61,746 Montana $61,609 Nebraska $61,479

Kentucky $61,407 South Carolina $61,146 Tennessee $60,983 Idaho $60,917 New Mexico $60,441 Oklahoma $60,337 Alabama $59,952 South Dakota $59,306

Arkansas $58,953 West Virginia $58,764 Mississippi $58,196

Top Paying Cities for Chemist Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $68,396
Little Creek: $67,763
Magnolia: $68,043

Lincoln, DE $68,396 Little Creek, DE $67,763 Magnolia, DE $68,043 Milford, DE $68,396 Marydel, DE $67,508 Millsboro, DE $68,396 Millville, DE $68,853 Milton, DE $68,396

Nassau, DE $68,396 Ocean View, DE $68,853 Rehoboth Beach, DE $68,853 Seaford, DE $67,678 Selbyville, DE $68,853 Smyrna, DE $67,430 Viola, DE $68,043 Woodside, DE $67,848

Bear, DE $66,934 Newark, DE $66,960 Claymont, DE $67,012 Delaware City, DE $66,960 Hockessin, DE $67,012 Kirkwood, DE $66,960 Middletown, DE $67,293 Montchanin, DE $67,012

New Castle, DE $67,012 Odessa, DE $67,384 Port Penn, DE $66,777 Rockland, DE $67,012 Saint Georges, DE $66,960 Townsend, DE $67,286 Winterthur, DE $67,012 Lewes, DE $68,396

Wilmington, DE $67,012 Dover, DE $67,730 Dover Afb, DE $67,887 Bethany Beach, DE $68,853 Bethel, DE $67,678 Bridgeville, DE $68,396 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,802 Cheswold, DE $67,574

Clayton, DE $67,404 Dagsboro, DE $68,853 Delmar, DE $67,678 Ellendale, DE $68,396 Felton, DE $68,396 Fenwick Island, DE $68,853 Frankford, DE $68,853 Frederica, DE $68,396

Georgetown, DE $68,396 Greenwood, DE $68,396 Harbeson, DE $68,396 Harrington, DE $68,396 Hartly, DE $67,371 Houston, DE $68,396 Kenton, DE $67,404 Laurel, DE $67,678

Yorklyn, DE $67,012

Chemist I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chemist I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$58,817

Average $66,236/year

$72,208

$4,901

Average $5,520/month

$6,017

$1,131

Average $1,274/week

$1,389

$28

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,208	$6,017	$1,389	$35
Average	$66,236	$5,520	$1,274	$32
25th Percentile	$58,817	$4,901	$1,131	$28

Chemist I Salary Growth & Career Path

Chemist I

Agronomist

Biologist II

Geologist II

Geophysicist II

Biologist III

Geologist III

Geophysicist III

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Chemist I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Chemist I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Agronomist	$68,333	3%
Biologist II	$67,823	2%
Geologist II	$70,040	6%
Geophysicist II	$105,873	60%

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