Chemical Engineers Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $109,410 -10.2% vs national
Median hourly $52.60
10th percentile $66,910
90th percentile $204,640
Employed locally 40
National median $121,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,910
    25th
    $75,580
    50th (median)
    $109,410
    75th
    $137,500
    90th
    $204,640

    Top-paying metros for Chemical Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Tulsa, OK $169,250
    Albuquerque, NM $163,380
    Oklahoma $160,990
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $152,290
    Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD $151,360
    New Mexico $147,290

    Related occupations in Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $82,830
    Industrial Engineers $81,580
    Civil Engineers $90,160
    Electrical Engineers $96,460
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $47,410
    Engineers, All Other $60,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Engineers make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Engineers in Kansas is $52.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $102.15 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Chemical Engineers salaries?

    The median Chemical Engineers salary in Kansas is 10.2% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Chemical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $66,910 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,580.