Chemical Engineers Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • California
Chemical Engineers in California earn a median salary of $125,145 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +2.7% vs the national median of $121,860. An estimated 450 chemical engineers are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $106,200 to $135,820 depending on location.
$125,145
Avg median salary in California
$135,820
Highest paying metro
$106,200
Lowest paying metro
450
Employed in California
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Chemical Engineers salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield, CA | $135,820 | $104,150 | $184,720 | 70 |
| San Jose, CA | $135,610 | $103,100 | $158,320 | 80 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $122,950 | $90,260 | $155,740 | 300 |
| Riverside, CA | $106,200 | $98,990 | $131,230 | — |