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Chemist Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median chemist salary in Newark, DE is $84,446 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$84,446
vs State Avg
+$828
vs National
+$1,656
Cost of Living
102%

Chemist Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level chemist earns around $51,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $137,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,000
+$1,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$85,680
+$1,680 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$137,700
+$2,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $48,960
25th Percentile $63,240
Median (50th) $84,446
75th Percentile $111,180
90th Percentile $144,840

Chemist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$86,930
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$81,962
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$81,134
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$79,478
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Chemist in Newark

Education

Most chemist positions require a bachelor's degree. Newark and the surrounding Delaware 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 Newark may vary based on local industry and population growth.