Chemical Engineers Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $124,300 +2% vs national
Median hourly $59.76
10th percentile $86,380
90th percentile $174,840
Employed locally 40
National median $121,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $86,380
    25th
    $100,260
    50th (median)
    $124,300
    75th
    $134,430
    90th
    $174,840

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $106,650
    Industrial Engineers $83,020
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $121,060
    Engineers, All Other $122,700
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $92,620
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $85,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Engineers make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Engineers in Southern Indiana is $59.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $86.38 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Chemical Engineers salaries?

    The median Chemical Engineers salary in Southern Indiana is 2% above 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Chemical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $86,380 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $100,260.