How much does a Chemist earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Chemist in Australia ranges from AUD 80,000 to AUD 80,882 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 687 job listings

Salary Guide

Chemist Salary in Australia

Based on 687 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$80,000 - $80,882

Median salary

$80,000 - $80,882

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$38K

25th percentile$47K

Median$80K

75th percentile$81K

90th percentile$93K

50% of professionals earn between $47,084 - $80,882 AUD

The median salary is $80,000

Top cities

Melbourne116 job openings

Sydney29 job openings

Brisbane27 job openings

Port Phillip26 job openings

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Chemist

687 job openings

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The average salary for a Chemist in Australia is AUD 80,000 - AUD 80,882 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 80,441 per year, based on 687 active job listings.

The cities with the most Chemist job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Port Phillip, Adelaide. Melbourne leads with 116 job openings.

Explore 687 Chemist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.