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Chemists Salary in District of Columbia

Chemists in District of Columbia earn a median of $149,860 a year, +64% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$149,860
vs. U.S. median
+64% ($91,240)
Rank among states
1 of 51
Jobs in the state
280

Pay range in District of Columbia

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $101,400; the top 10% earn over $195,190. Nationally the range is $58,460 to $160,830.

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Chemists pay in District of Columbia

How much do chemists make in District of Columbia?

The median is $149,860 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $101,400 and the top 10% earn over $195,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is District of Columbia a good state for chemists?

On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+64% vs. the national median of $91,240). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses