Chemistry Degree — Jobs & Salaries

Career paths for chemistry graduates in research, pharmaceuticals, and industry.

Avg. Median Salary

$111,216

Highest Paying

$167,220

Entry-Level

$60,390

Career Paths

Career Paths with a Chemistry Degree

#	Job Title	Median Salary	Salary Range	Jobs
1	Natural Sciences Managers	$167,220	$79,710 – $316,850	108,690
2	Pharmacists	$140,910	$99,290 – $174,230	321,970
3	Biochemists and Biophysicists	$127,410	$74,290 – $201,110	33,830
4	Chemical Engineers	$125,040	$79,420 – $182,880	21,070
5	Materials Scientists	$117,790	$66,820 – $197,290	8,470
6	Chemists	$91,240	$58,460 – $160,830	82,770
7	Food Scientists and Technologists	$88,720	$52,920 – $145,280	13,060
8	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	$82,220	$52,520 – $140,010	89,250
9	Chemical Technicians	$60,390	$41,740 – $92,040	57,540

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS. Degree-to-occupation mapping based on common career paths.