How much does a Chemist earn in United Kingdom?

The estimated salary for Chemist in United Kingdom ranges from GBP 32,000 to GBP 35,750 GBP per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,073 job listings

Which companies hire the most Chemist professionals in United Kingdom?

Top companies hiring Chemist in United Kingdom include Harrison Scott Associates, STEM Recruitment.

Salary Guide

Chemist Salary in United Kingdom

Based on 1,073 job listings - 2026

Average salary

£32,000 - £35,750

Median salary

£32,000 - £35,750

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile£24k

25th percentile£30k

Median£32k

75th percentile£36k

90th percentile£41k

50% of professionals earn between £29,866 - £35,750 GBP

The median salary is £32,000

Top cities

London31 job openings

Cambridge22 job openings

Top companies hiring

Harrison Scott Associates6

STEM Recruitment2

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Chemist

1,073 job openings

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The average salary for a Chemist in United Kingdom is GBP 32,000 - GBP 35,750 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 33,875 per year, based on 1,073 active job listings.

The cities with the most Chemist job opportunities in United Kingdom are London, Cambridge, Manchester, Nottingham, Aberdeen City. London leads with 31 job openings.

Leading employers for Chemist roles in United Kingdom include Harrison Scott Associates, STEM Recruitment.

Explore 1,073 Chemist job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.