Chemical Engineers Salary in Kentucky
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Kentucky
Chemical Engineers in Kentucky earn a median salary of $115,530 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -5.2% vs the national median of $121,860. An estimated 140 chemical engineers are employed across Kentucky, with salaries ranging from $107,370 to $123,690 depending on location.
$115,530
Avg median salary in Kentucky
$123,690
Highest paying metro
$107,370
Lowest paying metro
140
Employed in Kentucky
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Chemical Engineers salaries by city in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Kentucky | $123,690 | $97,350 | $131,480 | 80 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $107,370 | $81,310 | $131,910 | 60 |