The average salary for Chemists and Materials Scientists in the United States is around $92210 per year.
In the United States, Chemists and Materials Scientists earn an average hourly wage of $44.33 and a mean annual wage of $92210.
$44.33
$92210
For Chemists and Materials Scientists positions in the United States, hourly wages vary widely. The 10th percentile earns approximately $23.76 per hour, while those at the 25th percentile earn about $30.07 per hour. The median hourly wage stands at $39.33, and at the 75th percentile, it increases to $55.23. The top earners, at the 90th percentile, command an impressive $68.98 hourly.
When considering annual wages for Chemists and Materials Scientists roles, the distribution remains diverse. At the 10th percentile, workers earn around $49430 annually, while those at the 25th percentile make about $62550 annually. The median annual wage, however, is $81810. For the 75th percentile, the figure rises to $114880, and at the 90th percentile, it peaks at $143490 per year.
$23.76
$49430
$30.07
$62550
$39.33
$81810
$55.23
$114880
$68.98
$143490
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Last updated: May 2023)