How much does a Chemist earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Chemist in New Zealand ranges from NZD 68,500 to NZD 132,000 NZD per year, depending on experience and location.

The average salary for a Chemist in New Zealand is NZD 82,750 - NZD 114,500 per year.

Chemist Salary in New Zealand

Salary estimate - 2026

Average salary

$68,500 - $132,000

Median salary

$82,750 - $114,500

Lower rangeUpper range

10th percentile$52K

25th percentile$69K

Median$97K

75th percentile$132K

90th percentile$175K

50% of professionals earn between $68,500 - $132,000 NZD

The median salary is $97,000

NZD 68,500 - 129,000-1%

NZD 78,900 - 113,600-4%

NZD 84,700 - 121,900+3%

NZD 88,500 - 127,400+8%

NZD 69,300 - 99,700-16%

NZD 69,300 - 99,700-16%

NZD 91,400 - 131,600+11%

NZD 46,200 - 66,500-44%

NZD 138,000 - 220,000+79%

NZD 66,000 - 140,000+3%

Chemist

Chemist - New Zealand 2026: NZD 68,500 - NZD 132,000. NZD 98,625 (median).