by our College Data Analytics TeamCheminformatics/Chemistry Informatics (CIP 40.0512) is part of the Physical Sciences field of study, alongside 11 related programs, but no U.S. college reported cheminformatics/chemistry informatics graduates to IPEDS in the latest year. Graduates earn a median $46,311 one year after completing, rising to $74,187 after four years.
A major in Cheminformatics/Chemistry Informatics covers A Program That Focuses On Applying Computer Science Approaches In The Representation, Analysis, Design, And Modeling Of Chemical Structures And Associated Metadata, Such As Biological Activity Endpoints And Physicochemical Properties. Includes Instruction In Chemical Information Technology, Computational Chemistry, Computer Science, Database Design, Molecular Modeling, Scientific Computing, And Statistics. Examples: [Computational Chemistry].
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
O*NET rates Reading Comprehension the most important skill for jobs related to cheminformatics/chemistry informatics, at 4.0 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are Computers and Electronics, English Language and Customer and Personal Service. The most important abilities are Oral Comprehension, Written Comprehension and Oral Expression.
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Bachelor’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to cheminformatics/chemistry informatics, at 47.2%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | 47.2% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 11.5% |
| Master’s degree | 11.0% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 9.9% |
| Some college courses | 4.6% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 4.4% |
| Doctoral degree | 3.6% |
| Post-doctoral training | 3.5% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 2.3% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 1.2% |
| Less than a high school diploma | 0.7% |
Source: O*NET Online.
19 occupations are related to Cheminformatics/Chemistry Informatics, with an average median salary of $113,701; the strongest outlook belongs to Clinical Research Coordinators, at 10.4% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Systems Engineer, Security Engineer, Network Engineer and IT Architect (Information Technology Architect).
The occupation related to cheminformatics/chemistry informatics with the most projected jobs is Business Intelligence Analysts, at 585,851.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Business Intelligence Analysts | 585,851 | 1.3% |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | 576,059 | -1.9% |
| Information Security Engineers | 575,902 | -3.8% |
| Blockchain Engineers | 556,747 | 5.1% |
| Information Technology Project Managers | 543,383 | -3.4% |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | 542,888 | 10.4% |
| Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians | 530,023 | -1.9% |
| Web Administrators | 510,685 | 0.7% |
Cheminformatics/Chemistry Informatics graduates earn a median $46,311 one year after completing their program, $74,187 after four years and $72,061 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $46,311 |
| 4 years | $74,187 |
| 5 years | $72,061 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to cheminformatics/chemistry informatics is Water Resource Specialists, with a median salary of $179,716.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
Cheminformatics/Chemistry Informatics has 11 similar majors in the Physical Sciences field, which together award 19,861 degrees a year; the largest are Chemistry, General (18,718), Chemistry, Other (574) and Forensic Chemistry (363). Browse all Physical Sciences majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry, General | 18,718 |
| Chemistry, Other | 574 |
| Forensic Chemistry | 363 |
| Polymer Chemistry | 72 |
| Chemical Physics | 44 |
| Analytical Chemistry | 38 |
| Environmental Chemistry | 21 |
| Organic Chemistry | 9 |
| Physical Chemistry | 9 |
| Theoretical Chemistry | 9 |
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