Chemists Salary in Washington
Chemists in Washington earn a median of $97,420 a year, +7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $97,420
- vs. U.S. median
- +7% ($91,240)
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,280
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,690; the top 10% earn over $165,090. Nationally the range is $58,460 to $160,830.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Chemical Technicians$62,100 median in Washington
- Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians$100,050 median in Washington
- Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians$78,430 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Quality Control Analysts$73,530 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Materials Scientists$127,250 median in Washington
- Non-Destructive Testing Specialists$99,720 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
Chemists pay in Washington
How much do chemists make in Washington?
The median is $97,420 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,690 and the top 10% earn over $165,090. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for chemists?
On pay alone it ranks 19 of 51 (+7% vs. the national median of $91,240). Living costs are not included.