Chemist Salary in North Dakota
Based on 160+ workers in North Dakota
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (ND)
$97,330
$46.79/hr
vs National Average
$92,010
+5.8% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$52K – $132K
160 employed in North Dakota
Salary Distribution — Chemist in North Dakota
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $52,050 |
| 25th percentile | $62,990 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $97,330 |
| 75th percentile | $118,870 |
| 90th percentile | $132,330 |
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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota vs National
| Year | Median Salary (North Dakota) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $82,750 |
| 2023 | $78,690 |
| 2024 | $79,350 |
| 2025 | $97,330 |
| 2026 (projected) | $103,170 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | North Dakota Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $82,750 | $79,362 |
| 2023 | $78,690 | $83,812 |
| 2024 | $79,350 | $86,969 |
| 2025 | $97,330 | $92,010 |
| 2026 (projected) | $103,170 | $97,531 |
Chemist Salary by Experience Level in North Dakota
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $62,990 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $97,330 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $118,870 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $132,330 |
Chemist Salary in Other States
Related Chemist Salaries in North Dakota
How other high-demand occupations in North Dakota compare to Chemist ($97,330 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Chemist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychologist in ND | $116,130 | +19.3% | $55.83/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in ND | $84,570 | -13.1% | $40.66/hr |
| Geoscientist in ND | $84,070 | -13.6% | $40.42/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in ND | $78,500 | -19.3% | $37.74/hr |
| Medical Scientist in ND | $64,470 | -33.8% | $31.00/hr |
| Industrial Engineer in ND | $96,940 | -0.4% | $46.61/hr |
| General and Operations Manager in ND | $98,170 | +0.9% | $47.20/hr |
| Civil Engineer in ND | $98,190 | +0.9% | $47.21/hr |
| Project Management Specialist in ND | $96,160 | -1.2% | $46.23/hr |
| Administrative Services Manager in ND | $94,320 | -3.1% | $45.35/hr |
| Construction Manager in ND | $102,070 | +4.9% | $49.07/hr |
| Veterinarian in ND | $102,180 | +5.0% | $49.13/hr |