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Chemists Salary in Maine
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Chemists make in Maine?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$64,440
Median Annual Salary
▲
+9.7% vs 2024
$70,750
Mean Salary
$64,440
Median Salary
$30.98
Hourly Rate
140 people work as Chemists in Maine
Chemists salary by percentile in Maine
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Chemists in Maine earn a median salary of $64,440 per year ($5,370/month).
This is 30.0% below the national average of $92,010.
Maine ranks #50 out of 51 states for Chemists pay.
Approximately 140 people work in this occupation across Maine.
Salaries increased by 9.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Chemists
Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.
Top Skills
Science
4.12
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Speaking
3.88
Active Listening
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Chemistry
4.92
English Language
4.01
Mathematics
3.79
Production and Processing
3.46
Administration and Management
3.39
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(55.9% of workers)
Salaries for Chemists in Maine range from $50,640 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $100,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $55,740 and $77,750.
Median $64,440
P10: $50,640P25: $55,740P75: $77,750P90: $100,360
10th
$50,640
25th
$55,740
Median
$64,440
75th
$77,750
90th
$100,360
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$50,640
$24.35
$4,220
25th Percentile
$55,740
$26.80
$4,645
Median (50th)
$64,440
$30.98
$5,370
75th Percentile
$77,750
$37.38
$6,479
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$100,360
$48.25
$8,363
Note: The mean (average) salary of $70,750 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Chemists in Maine is $64,440 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $70,750.
What is the salary range for a Chemists in Maine?
Salaries for Chemists in Maine range from $50,640 at the 10th percentile to $100,360 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $55,740 and $77,750.
What is the starting salary for a Chemists in Maine?
Entry-level Chemists positions in Maine typically start around $50,640 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $55,740 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Chemists in Maine?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 140 people are employed as Chemists in Maine.
What is the hourly rate for a Chemists in Maine?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Chemists in Maine is approximately $30.98 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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