Chemical Engineers Salary in South Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $100,650 -17.4% vs national
Median hourly $48.39
10th percentile $79,060
90th percentile $142,560
Employed locally 80
National median $121,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $79,060
    25th
    $82,340
    50th (median)
    $100,650
    75th
    $126,060
    90th
    $142,560

    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 South Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $92,260
    Mechanical Engineers $81,620
    Electrical Engineers $97,020
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $78,750
    Engineers, All Other $107,180
    Civil Engineers $97,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Engineers make per hour in South Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Engineers in South Arkansas is $48.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.42 or more per hour.

    Is South Arkansas above or below average for Chemical Engineers salaries?

    The median Chemical Engineers salary in South Arkansas is 17.4% 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 South Arkansas?

    Entry-level Chemical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $79,060 per year in South Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $82,340.