How much does a chemist make in Syracuse?
$82,410a year
Median yearly pay for chemists in the Syracuse, NY metro area. That is $39.62 an hour or $6,868 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.62
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among cities
- 123 of 212
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,150Median: $82,410Highest 10%: $146,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,150 | $27.96 | |
| 25th | $64,150 | $30.84 | |
| Median | $82,410 | $39.62 | |
| 75th | $135,000 | $64.88 | |
| 90th | $146,100 | $70.24 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for chemists.
| Albany, NY | $110,900 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $87,130 |
| New York, NY | $85,150 |
| Buffalo, NY | $84,510 |
| Rochester, NY | $84,030 |
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 |
| Biological Scientist | $82,190 |
| Geoscientist | $78,680 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $78,240 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $77,450 |
| Chemical Technician | $65,060 |
| Biological Technician | $63,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemist make an hour in Syracuse?
The median hourly pay in the Syracuse, NY metro area is $39.62 ($82,410 a year).
Do chemists make more in Syracuse than the national average?
No: $82,410 against $91,240 nationally, 10% less.
How does Syracuse compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $90,600, so Syracuse pays 9% less.
Where does Syracuse rank for chemist pay?
123 of 212 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemist make starting out in Syracuse?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,150 or less a year; the top 10% make $146,100 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.