Purdue University Chemist salary
Based on 17 H-1B filings by Purdue University, fiscal years 2025–2026. Base salary only.
Also listed as: Quality Control Chemist, Analytical Chemist
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $45,326 |
| 25th | $53,102 |
| 50th (median) | $60,000 |
| 75th | $72,450 |
| 90th | $74,412 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | – | – | – | 7 |
| FY2021 | $52,417 | $52,333 | $54,625 | 14 |
| FY2022 | $55,125 | $53,498 | $61,111 | 13 |
| FY2023 | $65,000 | $58,364 | $70,000 | 13 |
| FY2024 | – | – | – | 7 |
| FY2025 | $60,316 | $50,877 | $70,613 | 12 |
| FY2026 | – | – | – | 5 |
By city
Cities with at least 10 filings. Figure: median salary.
By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $53,102 | 10 |
| Level II · Qualified | too few | 4 |
| Level III · Experienced | too few | 3 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | – | 0 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Questions
How much does a chemist make at Purdue University?
In H-1B filings, Purdue University's median base salary for Chemist is $60,000; half of filings fall between $53,102 and $72,450. Bonus and stock are not included.
Does Purdue University sponsor H-1B visas for chemists?
Yes. Purdue University filed 17 certified Labor Condition Applications for this role in FY2025–FY2026. A filing is a step before the visa petition, not an approval.
Which job titles are included?
Filings are grouped by occupation code 19-2031 (Chemists), so this page covers every job title Purdue University filed under that code.
Where does this data come from?
The U.S. Department of Labor's public LCA disclosure files, updated every quarter. Methodology