Chemists Salary in Oregon
Chemists in Oregon earn a median of $104,590 a year, +15% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $104,590
- vs. U.S. median
- +15% ($91,240)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 730
Pay range in Oregon
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,320; the top 10% earn over $157,700. Nationally the range is $58,460 to $160,830.
States ranked near Oregon
Similar jobs in Oregon
- Chemical Technicians$57,960 median in Oregon
- Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians$80,770 median in Oregon
- Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians$75,760 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
- Quality Control Analysts$60,810 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
- Materials Scientists$150,550 median in Oregon
- Non-Destructive Testing Specialists$76,960 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
Chemists pay in Oregon
How much do chemists make in Oregon?
The median is $104,590 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,320 and the top 10% earn over $157,700. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Oregon a good state for chemists?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 51 (+15% vs. the national median of $91,240). Living costs are not included.