Chemists pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for chemists is $46.84 an hour ($97,420 a year). About 2,280 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($91,240). Washington ranks 19th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for chemists in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.14 | $62,690 |
| 25% of workers | $37.21 | $77,390 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.84 | $97,420 |
| 75% of workers | $61.78 | $128,500 |
| 90% of workers | $79.37 | $165,090 |
Chemists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $108,010 | 80 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $93,340 | 50 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $87,990 | 1,090 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $81,680 | 40 |
| Yakima | $78,580 | 40 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $77,400 | 90 |
| Bellingham | $64,560 | 90 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $98,300 |
| Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | $105,020 |
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