How much does a chemical technician make in Syracuse?
$65,060a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in the Syracuse, NY metro area. That is $31.28 an hour or $5,422 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.28
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 32 of 193
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,890Median: $65,060Highest 10%: $128,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,890 | $19.18 | |
| 25th | $48,320 | $23.23 | |
| Median | $65,060 | $31.28 | |
| 75th | $80,300 | $38.61 | |
| 90th | $128,000 | $61.55 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians.
| Albany, NY | $64,060 |
| New York, NY | $60,320 |
| Buffalo, NY | $60,030 |
| Rochester, NY | $57,020 |
| Binghamton, NY | $51,530 |
Related jobs in Syracuse
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Medical Scientist | $138,900 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $106,400 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $95,180 |
| School Psychologist | $86,130 |
| Chemist | $82,410 |
| Biological Scientist | $82,190 |
| Geoscientist | $78,680 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $78,240 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $77,450 |
| Biological Technician | $63,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Syracuse?
The median hourly pay in the Syracuse, NY metro area is $31.28 ($65,060 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Syracuse than the national average?
Yes: $65,060 against $60,390 nationally, 8% more.
How does Syracuse compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $60,900, so Syracuse pays 7% more.
Where does Syracuse rank for chemical technician pay?
32 of 193 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical technician make starting out in Syracuse?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,890 or less a year; the top 10% make $128,000 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.