Chemists in Texas. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
Salary distribution
Where Texas chemists fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $73,160 and $139,010, with a median of $99,640.
Chemists in Texas: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 125 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $80,000. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 41 | $63,357 |
| Level II — qualified | 44 | $86,055 |
| Level III — experienced | 23 | $110,864 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 15 | $135,000 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Chemists in Texas. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M University | Postdoctoral Research Associate | 8 | $60,942 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | Postdoctoral Fellow | 7 | $65,998 |
| Brio Pharmaceuticals Inc | QC Analytical Chemist | 6 | $74,672 |
| THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY | Senior Research Specialist | 5 | $110,864 |
| A & B Environmental Services, Inc. | Chemist | 4 | $63,482 |
| W.M. RICE UNIVERSITY | Postdoctoral Associate | 4 | $53,000 |
| Alcon Research, LLC | Scientist, Research Sciences Generic | 3 | $74,090 |
| PRIME LABS LLC | Analytical Scientist | 3 | $80,000 |
| SI Group, Inc. | Lead Application Chemist | 3 | $116,688 |
| W.M. Rice University | Postdoctoral Associate | 3 | $60,000 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Principal Research Analyst at Wood Mackenzie, Inc.$155,860AustinWage Level IVDecided Mar 25, 2026I-200-26077-711111
- RESEARCH CHEMIST at CHARLIE ENGINEERING TECH$120,000HOUSTONWage Level IIDecided Mar 19, 2026I-200-26071-700321
- Manager of QA Compliance and Stability at SOVEREIGN PHARMACEUTICALS$109,725Fort WorthWage Level IIIDecided Mar 3, 2026I-200-26055-660474
- QC Chemist/Analyst Chemist at HR Pundits Inc.$96,075The WoodlandsWage Level IIDecided Mar 3, 2026I-200-26055-660566
- Supervisor, Sterile Manufacturing at Empower Clinic Services, L.L.C.$120,000HoustonWage Level IIIDecided Feb 20, 2026I-200-26044-638686
- Assistant Research Scientist at Texas A&M University$64,272College StationWage Level IIDecided Feb 20, 2026I-200-26043-636308
- Senior Chemist - Color Specialist at LATICRETE International, Inc.$85,000Grand PrairieWage Level IIDecided Feb 20, 2026I-203-26043-637084
- RESEARCH CHEMIST at CHARLIE ENGINEERING TECH$100,000HOUSTONWage Level IIDecided Feb 6, 2026I-200-26031-611183
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
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Chemists pay by experience level in Texas
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Chemists specialties in Texas
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 71 certified offers. The most common variant is Chemist at a median of $65,803.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemist | A & B Environmental Services, Inc. | 18 | $65,803 |
| Scientist | Alcon Research, LLC | 9 | $80,293 |
| Associate Research Scientist | Texas A&M University | 8 | $85,256 |
| Postdoctoral Research Associate | Texas A&M University | 6 | $57,080 |
| Postdoctoral Associate | W.M. RICE UNIVERSITY | 6 | $56,500 |
| Analytical Chemist | Brio Pharmaceuticals Inc | 5 | $87,110 |
| Postdoctoral Fellow | The University of Texas at Austin | 4 | $58,764 |
| Supervisor, Production Management | Alcon Research, LLC | 3 | $118,000 |
| QC Analytical Chemist | Brio Pharmaceuticals Inc | 3 | $74,672 |
| Quality Control - Chemist | FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies Texas LLC | 3 | $64,344 |
| Research Associate | The University of Texas at Austin | 3 | $65,998 |
| RESEARCH CHEMIST | CHARLIE ENGINEERING TECH | 3 | $100,000 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Chemists in Texas, by industry
Median offered wage across 124 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Manufacturing leads with a median of $90,000.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | Brio Pharmaceuticals Inc | 41 | $90,000 |
| Professional services | THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY | 35 | $87,110 |
| Education | Texas A&M University | 33 | $61,812 |
| Retail and wholesale | An Phat International, Inc | 8 | $66,568 |
| Energy and utilities | ChampionX Resources, Inc. | 5 | $107,119 |
| Healthcare | Raazi Clinical Laboratory LLC | 1 | $150,000 |
| Technology and software | HR Pundits Inc. | 1 | $96,075 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Texas over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.9 / 5
Chemistry
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Science
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Develop, improve, or customize products, equipment, formulas, processes, or analytical methods.
- 02
Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, or reactions, using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques.
- 03
Induce changes in composition of substances by introducing heat, light, energy, or chemical catalysts for quantitative or qualitative analysis.
- 04
Conduct quality control tests.
- 05
Write technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, or tests.
- 06
Prepare test solutions, compounds, or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests.
- 07
Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.
- 08
Study effects of various methods of processing, preserving, or packaging on composition or properties of foods.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+4.8%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for chemists in major Texas metropolitan areas.
- Houston$106,740
- San Antonio$91,040
- Dallas$81,270
- Austin$79,770
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Chemists in Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Chemists in Texas is $99,640.
- How does Texas compare to the national median for Chemists?
- The Texas median is +7.1% versus the BLS national figure of $93,017.
- What is the salary range for Chemists in Texas?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $58,850 and the 90th-percentile at $170,250, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Chemists a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 4.8% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Chemists?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.