Chemical Engineers Salary in Oklahoma City, OK

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Oklahoma City, OK

Median annual salary $113,520 -6.8% vs national
Median hourly $54.58
10th percentile $51,890
90th percentile $221,070
Employed locally 50
National median $121,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,890
    25th
    $85,730
    50th (median)
    $113,520
    75th
    $174,770
    90th
    $221,070

    Oklahoma City economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,499 2023 • Census ACS
    Chemical Engineers salary vs area income 161% Median Chemical Engineers salary is 61% above the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Chemical Engineers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Tulsa, OK $169,250
    Oklahoma $160,990

    Related occupations in Oklahoma City, OK

    OccupationMedian salary
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $109,120
    Civil Engineers $103,730
    Industrial Engineers $92,010
    Mechanical Engineers $86,940
    Electrical Engineers $107,020
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $63,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Engineers make per hour in Oklahoma City?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Engineers in Oklahoma City, OK is $54.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $106.29 or more per hour.

    Is Oklahoma City above or below average for Chemical Engineers salaries?

    The median Chemical Engineers salary in Oklahoma City, OK is 6.8% 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 Oklahoma City?

    Entry-level Chemical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $51,890 per year in Oklahoma City, OK. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $85,730.