The average salary for Chemical Engineers in the United States is around $117820 per year.
In the United States, Chemical Engineers earn an average hourly wage of $56.64 and a mean annual wage of $117820.
$56.64
$117820
For Chemical Engineers positions in the United States, hourly wages vary widely. The 10th percentile earns approximately $34.85 per hour, while those at the 25th percentile earn about $40.71 per hour. The median hourly wage stands at $51.09, and at the 75th percentile, it increases to $64.66. The top earners, at the 90th percentile, command an impressive $82.41 hourly.
When considering annual wages for Chemical Engineers roles, the distribution remains diverse. At the 10th percentile, workers earn around $72490 annually, while those at the 25th percentile make about $84670 annually. The median annual wage, however, is $106260. For the 75th percentile, the figure rises to $134490, and at the 90th percentile, it peaks at $171400 per year.
$34.85
$72490
$40.71
$84670
$51.09
$106260
$64.66
$134490
$82.41
$171400
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Last updated: May 2023)