Chemical Technicians pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton
In Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA), the median pay for chemical technicians is $32.62 an hour ($67,850 a year). About 1,240 people work in this job there.
That is 12% higher than the U.S. median ($60,390). It is about the same as the Massachusetts median ($67,570).
Pay range for chemical technicians in Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.43 | $48,730 |
| 25% of workers | $29.17 | $60,660 |
| Half of workers (median) | $32.62 | $67,850 |
| 75% of workers | $39.52 | $82,190 |
| 90% of workers | $45.46 | $94,570 |
Chemical Technicians pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton (this page) | $67,850 | 1,240 |
| Springfield | $64,480 | 50 |
| Worcester | $63,480 | 320 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for chemical technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.9% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 7,600 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
| Biological Technicians | $61,610 |
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