Chemists pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for chemists is $44.59 an hour ($92,750 a year). About 1,260 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($91,240). Georgia ranks 22nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for chemists in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.29 | $56,760 |
| 25% of workers | $31.88 | $66,310 |
| Half of workers (median) | $44.59 | $92,750 |
| 75% of workers | $58.57 | $121,830 |
| 90% of workers | $69.65 | $144,870 |
Chemists pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Athens-Clarke County | $117,990 | 110 |
| Savannah | $103,380 | 50 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $97,930 | 730 |
| Gainesville | $92,500 | 30 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $72,340 | 70 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for chemists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 5,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $85,710 |
| Physical Scientists, All Other | $137,680 |
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