How much does a chemical technician make in Washington?
$62,100a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in Washington. That is $29.86 an hour or $5,175 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.86
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,390Median: $62,100Highest 10%: $87,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,390 | $22.30 | |
| 25th | $50,300 | $24.18 | |
| Median | $62,100 | $29.86 | |
| 75th | $74,480 | $35.81 | |
| 90th | $87,610 | $42.12 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bellingham, WA | $73,380 |
| Spokane, WA | $65,960 |
| Kennewick, WA | $63,300 |
| Seattle, WA | $60,380 |
| Portland, OR | $58,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical technicians.
| 11. Nebraska | $62,640 |
| 12. Texas | $62,580 |
| 13. Minnesota | $62,400 |
| 14. Washington | $62,100 |
| 15. Illinois | $61,890 |
| 16. Rhode Island | $61,680 |
| 17. Kansas | $61,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $29.86 ($62,100 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $62,100 against $60,390 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Washington rank for chemical technician pay?
Washington ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays chemical technicians the most?
Bellingham, WA, with a median of $73,380 a year.
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.