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Chemist Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median chemist salary in Aurora, CO is $86,930 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$86,930
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$4,140
Cost of Living
105%

Chemist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level chemist earns around $52,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $141,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,500
+$2,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$88,200
+$4,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$141,750
+$6,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $50,400
25th Percentile $65,100
Median (50th) $86,930
75th Percentile $114,450
90th Percentile $149,100

Chemist Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$105,971
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$92,725
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$87,757
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$82,790
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Chemist in Aurora

Education

Most chemist positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Analytical ChemistryLab TechniquesSpectroscopyHPLCQuality ControlResearch Methods

Job Outlook

Nationally, chemist employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.