How much does a chemical technician make in Charlotte?
$61,730a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $29.68 an hour or $5,144 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.68
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 69 of 193
- Jobs in the area
- 480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,660Median: $61,730Highest 10%: $85,020
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,660 | $21.47 | |
| 25th | $50,770 | $24.41 | |
| Median | $61,730 | $29.68 | |
| 75th | $80,690 | $38.79 | |
| 90th | $85,020 | $40.88 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians.
| Winston-Salem, NC | $68,630 |
| Durham, NC | $64,500 |
| Raleigh, NC | $63,640 |
| Wilmington, NC | $61,200 |
| Greensboro, NC | $55,800 |
| Hickory, NC | $50,510 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $49,820 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychologist | $146,900 |
| Economist | $117,600 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $117,200 |
| Life Scientist | $105,400 |
| Materials Scientist | $102,100 |
| Biological Scientist | $101,700 |
| Biochemist and Biophysicist | $98,820 |
| Medical Scientist | $97,440 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $91,160 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $90,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $29.68 ($61,730 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Charlotte than the national average?
Yes: $61,730 against $60,390 nationally, 2% more.
How does Charlotte compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $59,030, so Charlotte pays 5% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for chemical technician pay?
69 of 193 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical technician make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,660 or less a year; the top 10% make $85,020 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.