Analytical Chemist, Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does an Analytical Chemist, Supervisor make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Analytical Chemist, Supervisor in the United States is $85,386 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

However, an Analytical Chemist, Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,240
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,824 to $95,778
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,939

Key Factors That Influence Analytical Chemist, Supervisor Salaries

An Analytical Chemist, Supervisor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Analytical Chemist, Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Analytical Chemist, Supervisor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $61,787
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $83,220
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,204
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,760
  • Expert (over 8 years): $145,360
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Laboratory Coordinator less than 1 year $61,787
Analytical Chemist, Supervisor 1-2 years $83,220
Laboratory Senior Supervisor 2-4 years $98,204
Laboratory Manager 5-8 years $119,760
Laboratory Senior Manager over 8 years $145,360

Top Paying Cities for Analytical Chemist, Supervisor

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $107,697
  • San Francisco: $106,518
  • Oakland: $104,273

Analytical Chemist, Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Analytical Chemist, Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Analytical Chemist, Supervisor positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Analytical Chemist, Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Analytical Chemist, Supervisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $111,001 $53.0 30%
Internet $102,463 $49.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $98,193 $47.0 15%
Aerospace & Defense $93,924 $45.0 10%
Insurance $93,924 $45.0 10%

How Education impacts an Analytical Chemist, Supervisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Analytical Chemist, Supervisor professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Analytical Chemist, Supervisor with a high school is between $78,630 and $85,524.

Analytical Chemist, Supervisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Analytical Chemist, Supervisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.6%
High School 12%
Associate's Degree 12%
Bachelor's Degree 54.2%
Master's Degree or MBA 20.5%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.6%

Analytical Chemist, Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Analytical Chemist, Supervisor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$77,824
Average $85,386/year
$95,778
$6,485
Average $7,115/month
$7,982
$1,497
Average $1,642/week
$1,842
$37
Average $41/hour
$46
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $95,778 $7,982 $1,842 $46
Average $85,386 $7,115 $1,642 $41
25th Percentile $77,824 $6,485 $1,497 $37

Most common benefits for Analytical Chemist, Supervisor

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Analytical Chemist, Supervisor

Here are companies hiring for Analytical Chemist, Supervisor and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Analytical Chemist, Supervisor

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Analytical Chemist, Supervisor?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Analytical Chemist, Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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