SOC 17-2041 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Chemical Engineers is $121,867 per year ($58.59/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $96,034 and $152,298 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $182,146 per year. There are approximately 20,330 chemical engineers employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $37.75 | $78,520 |
| P25 | $46.17 | $96,034 |
| P50MEDIAN | $58.59 | $121,867 |
| P75 | $73.22 | $152,298 |
| P90 | $87.57 | $182,146 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Chemical Engineers is $121,867 per year ($58.59/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $96,034 and $152,298 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Chemical Engineers is $182,146 per year ($87.57/hr). The 75th percentile is $152,298 per year.
Entry-level Chemical Engineers (10th percentile) earn approximately $78,520 per year ($37.75/hr). The 25th percentile is $96,034 per year.
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