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Chemical engineer salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Chemical Engineer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$96,947
Average $96,947
Low $64,592
High $145,507

The average salary for a chemical engineer is $96,947 per year in the United States. 914 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 9, 2026).

Chemical Engineer job openings in United States

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Chemical Engineer
Beebe Technologies
Gilbert, AZ
$75,000 - $115,000 a year
Full-time
4 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Chemical Engineer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Magnit Global
 
$332,800per year
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North Wind Group
 
$234,000per year
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Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath ...
 
$214,000per year
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COMPA Industries
 
$213,200per year
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bp
 
$212,500per year
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Commonwealth Fusion Systems
 
$200,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Chemical Engineers near United States

  1. Greenville, NC
    $119,693 per year
  2. Houston, TX
    $111,491 per year
  3. Charleston, WV
    $110,340 per year
  4. Butte, MT
    $107,405 per year
  5. Myrtle Beach, SC
    $103,945 per year

Where can a Chemical Engineer earn more?

Compare salaries for Chemical Engineers in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Chemical Engineer get paid in United States?

Junior Chemical Engineer

Job openings
Average $71,189 per year

Senior Chemical Engineer

Job openings
Average $128,030 per year