Chemists pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for chemists is $37.85 an hour ($78,730 a year). About 1,920 people work in this job there.
That is 14% lower than the U.S. median ($91,240). Wisconsin ranks 43rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for chemists in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.01 | $52,020 |
| 25% of workers | $31.14 | $64,760 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.85 | $78,730 |
| 75% of workers | $46.50 | $96,720 |
| 90% of workers | $52.62 | $109,450 |
Chemists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Janesville-Beloit | $95,430 | 40 |
| Kenosha | $84,520 | 80 |
| Sheboygan | $82,260 | 90 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $78,860 | 440 |
| Madison | $78,730 | 780 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $78,260 | 130 |
| Green Bay | $74,660 | 50 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $72,820 |
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