Chemists pay in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the median pay for chemists is $36.04 an hour ($74,960 a year). About 630 people work in this job there.
That is 18% lower than the U.S. median ($91,240). Oklahoma ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for chemists in Oklahoma
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.33 | $48,520 |
| 25% of workers | $28.67 | $59,640 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.04 | $74,960 |
| 75% of workers | $50.55 | $105,140 |
| 90% of workers | $54.29 | $112,920 |
Chemists pay in Oklahoma metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $106,690 | 170 |
| Oklahoma City | $61,750 | 280 |
Oklahoma unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Oklahoma
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | $119,990 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $75,910 |
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