Chemist Salary in Nebraska
Based on 350+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$74,890
$36.00/hr
vs National Average
$92,010
-18.6% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$62K – $129K
350 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Chemist in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $62,280 |
| 25th percentile | $64,850 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $74,890 |
| 75th percentile | $98,830 |
| 90th percentile | $128,510 |
Top-Paying Industries for Chemist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Chemists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Chemists in Nebraska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $123,380 | 610 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $112,840 | 3K |
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | $109,990 | 190 |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $107,330 | 10K |
| Transportation and Warehousing | $96,840 | 160 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Chemist in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $67,350 |
| 2023 | $65,950 |
| 2024 | $67,880 |
| 2025 | $74,890 |
| 2026 (projected) | $79,383 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Nebraska Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $67,350 | $79,362 |
| 2023 | $65,950 | $83,812 |
| 2024 | $67,880 | $86,969 |
| 2025 | $74,890 | $92,010 |
| 2026 (projected) | $79,383 | $97,531 |
Chemist Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $64,850 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $74,890 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $98,830 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $128,510 |
Chemist Salary in Other States
Related Chemist Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Chemist ($74,890 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Chemist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychologist in NE | $94,540 | +26.2% | $45.45/hr |
| Geoscientist in NE | $85,550 | +14.2% | $41.13/hr |
| Medical Scientist in NE | $80,970 | +8.1% | $38.93/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in NE | $74,830 | -0.1% | $35.98/hr |
| Biochemist and Biophysicist in NE | $66,910 | -10.7% | $32.17/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in NE | $64,040 | -14.5% | $30.79/hr |
| Purchasing Agent in NE | $74,950 | +0.1% | $36.03/hr |
| Police Officer in NE | $74,620 | -0.4% | $35.88/hr |
| Financial Examiner in NE | $74,460 | -0.6% | $35.80/hr |
| Management Analyst in NE | $75,360 | +0.6% | $36.23/hr |
| Construction Supervisor in NE | $75,570 | +0.9% | $36.33/hr |
| Compliance Officer in NE | $73,920 | -1.3% | $35.54/hr |