How much does a chemical technician make in Providence?
$61,680a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $29.65 an hour or $5,140 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.65
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 71 of 193
- Jobs in the area
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,710Median: $61,680Highest 10%: $102,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,710 | $18.61 | |
| 25th | $47,860 | $23.01 | |
| Median | $61,680 | $29.65 | |
| 75th | $70,730 | $34.00 | |
| 90th | $102,500 | $49.30 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Scientist | $180,500 |
| Physicist | $155,200 |
| Psychologist | $131,300 |
| Geoscientist | $120,200 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $108,900 |
| Medical Scientist | $106,700 |
| Epidemiologist | $105,900 |
| Biological Scientist | $101,800 |
| Chemist | $100,700 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $98,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $29.65 ($61,680 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $61,680 against $60,390 nationally, 2% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $61,680, so Providence pays 0% more.
Where does Providence rank for chemical technician pay?
71 of 193 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical technician make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,710 or less a year; the top 10% make $102,500 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.