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Chemical Technicians Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Chemical Technicians make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$67,570
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.1% vs 2024
$70,220
Mean Salary
$67,570
Median Salary
$32.49
Hourly Rate
1,780 people work as Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts
Chemical Technicians salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $67,570 per year ($5,630/month).
This is 12.9% above the national average of $59,864.
Massachusetts ranks #6 out of 51 states for Chemical Technicians pay.
Approximately 1,780 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 4.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Chemical Technicians
Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences.
Top Skills
Science
4.12
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Writing
3.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Chemistry
3.81
English Language
3.52
Mathematics
3.39
Computers and Electronics
3.11
Production and Processing
2.97
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(33.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts
Salaries for Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts range from $48,730 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $92,720 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $59,010 and $81,880.
Median $67,570
P10: $48,730P25: $59,010P75: $81,880P90: $92,720
10th
$48,730
25th
$59,010
Median
$67,570
75th
$81,880
90th
$92,720
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$48,730
$23.43
$4,060
25th Percentile
$59,010
$28.37
$4,917
Median (50th)
$67,570
$32.49
$5,630
75th Percentile
$81,880
$39.37
$6,823
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$92,720
$44.58
$7,726
Note: The mean (average) salary of $70,220 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Chemical Technicians make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts is $67,570 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $70,220.
What is the salary range for a Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts range from $48,730 at the 10th percentile to $92,720 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $59,010 and $81,880.
What is the starting salary for a Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Chemical Technicians positions in Massachusetts typically start around $48,730 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $59,010 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,780 people are employed as Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Chemical Technicians in Massachusetts is approximately $32.49 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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