How much does a chemist make in Washington?
$97,420a year
Median yearly pay for chemists in Washington. That is $46.84 an hour or $8,118 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.84
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,690Median: $97,420Highest 10%: $165,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,690 | $30.14 | |
| 25th | $77,390 | $37.21 | |
| Median | $97,420 | $46.84 | |
| 75th | $128,500 | $61.78 | |
| 90th | $165,100 | $79.37 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bremerton, WA | $108,000 |
| Portland, OR | $94,990 |
| Olympia, WA | $93,340 |
| Seattle, WA | $87,990 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $81,680 |
| Yakima, WA | $78,580 |
| Spokane, WA | $77,400 |
| Bellingham, WA | $64,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemists.
| 16. California | $97,860 |
| 17. Alabama | $97,830 |
| 18. Michigan | $97,440 |
| 19. Washington | $97,420 |
| 20. North Dakota | $97,330 |
| 21. Virginia | $96,650 |
| 22. Georgia | $92,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $46.84 ($97,420 a year).
Do chemists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $97,420 against $91,240 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Washington rank for chemist pay?
Washington ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays chemists the most?
Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA, with a median of $108,000 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.