DOL Median (Medford, MA)
$52,896
vs National
-16.7%
National: $63,535BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$36,106
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$52,896
-16.7% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$63,535
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Chemists in Medford, MA earns $52,896 in nominal terms, which is 16.7% below the national average of $63,535. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 146.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $36,106 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Medford, MA
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| GreenLight Biosciences | $70,000 | 9 |
| Tufts University | $47,556 | 19 |
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How much does a Chemists make in Medford, MA?
The median Chemists salary in Medford, MA is $52,896 based on 23 DOL filings.
Is Medford, MA a good place to work as a Chemists?
A Chemists in Medford, MA earns 16.7% less than the national median of $63,535, or $36,106 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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