Chemical Technicians

Earnings for chemical technicians vary based on their education, experience, employer, and location. The U.S. Department of Labor reports the median wage for chemical technicians as $27.29 per hour, or $56,750 annually, in May 2023. The highest paid 10 percent earned $44.88 per hour (or $93,340 annually) or more. The lowest paid 10 percent earned $18.39 per hour ($38,240 annually). Salaries tend to be highest in private industry and lowest in colleges and universities.

If a technician belongs to a union, his or her wages and benefits depend on the union agreement. However, the percentage of technicians who belong to a union is very small. Benefits depend on the employer, but they usually include paid vacations and holidays, medical benefits, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement programs.