Chemical Engineers Salary in Kalamazoo, MI

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kalamazoo-Portage, MI

Median annual salary $99,750 -18.1% vs national
Median hourly $47.96
10th percentile $61,380
90th percentile $132,200
Employed locally 50
National median $121,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,380
    25th
    $80,080
    50th (median)
    $99,750
    75th
    $103,690
    90th
    $132,200

    Kalamazoo economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,525 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemical Engineers salary vs area income 141% Median Chemical Engineers salary is 41% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Engineers make per hour in Kalamazoo?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Engineers in Kalamazoo, MI is $47.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.42 or more per hour.

    Is Kalamazoo above or below average for Chemical Engineers salaries?

    The median Chemical Engineers salary in Kalamazoo, MI is 18.1% below the national median of $121,860. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Chemical Engineers in Kalamazoo?

    Entry-level Chemical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $61,380 per year in Kalamazoo, MI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,080.