Chemists Salary in California

Median Salary

$97,860

per year

Hourly Rate

$47.05

per hour

Employment

9,820

in California

vs. National Avg

+7.3%

National: $91,240

📊 Compared to the national median of $91,240, California pays 7.3% MORE for Chemists positions.

Purchasing Power

$88,401

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

110.7

11% above national avg

Rent/Income

28%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in California

10th

$60,930

25th

$76,340

Median

$97,860

75th

$127,790

90th

$164,150

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).