How much does a chemical technician make in Owensboro?
$61,580a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in the Owensboro, KY metro area. That is $29.61 an hour or $5,132 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.61
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 73 of 193
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,720Median: $61,580Highest 10%: $62,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,720 | $23.42 | |
| 25th | $53,070 | $25.51 | |
| Median | $61,580 | $29.61 | |
| 75th | $62,700 | $30.14 | |
| 90th | $62,700 | $30.14 |
Other cities in Kentucky
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians.
| Cincinnati, OH | $61,760 |
| Louisville, KY | $58,540 |
| Lexington, KY | $55,170 |
| Clarksville, TN | $52,570 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Owensboro?
The median hourly pay in the Owensboro, KY metro area is $29.61 ($61,580 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Owensboro than the national average?
Yes: $61,580 against $60,390 nationally, 2% more.
How does Owensboro compare with the rest of Kentucky?
The median in Kentucky is $60,830, so Owensboro pays 1% more.
Where does Owensboro rank for chemical technician pay?
73 of 193 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical technician make starting out in Owensboro?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,720 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,700 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.