Chemists Salary in Louisiana
Chemists in Louisiana earn a median of $103,890 a year, +14% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $103,890
- vs. U.S. median
- +14% ($91,240)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 740
Pay range in Louisiana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,310; the top 10% earn over $168,460. Nationally the range is $58,460 to $160,830.
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Similar jobs in Louisiana
- Chemical Technicians$85,850 median in Louisiana
- Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians$60,840 median in Louisiana
- Quality Control Analysts$53,360 median in Louisiana (broader BLS group)
- Non-Destructive Testing Specialists$58,960 median in Louisiana (broader BLS group)
- Biological Technicians$47,310 median in Louisiana
Chemists pay in Louisiana
How much do chemists make in Louisiana?
The median is $103,890 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,310 and the top 10% earn over $168,460. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Louisiana a good state for chemists?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 51 (+14% vs. the national median of $91,240). Living costs are not included.