How much does a Research Chemist make in New York, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research Chemist in New York, NY is $115,526. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $102,616 to $127,866, with most professionals earning between $90,863 and $139,101.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Research Chemist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $90,863 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $102,616 New York,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $115,526 New York,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $127,866 New York,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Research Chemist Salary $139,101 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25% $102,616 10% $90,863 90% $139,101 75% $127,866 $115,526 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Chemist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    7 + years experience
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