Chemical Engineers Salary in Upper East Mississippi

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $96,320 -21% vs national
Median hourly $46.31
10th percentile $69,650
90th percentile $123,650
Employed locally 30
National median $121,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $69,650
    25th
    $76,810
    50th (median)
    $96,320
    75th
    $121,220
    90th
    $123,650

    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 Upper East Mississippi

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,470
    Electrical Engineers $93,040
    Mechanical Engineers $85,000
    Civil Engineers $92,210
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $57,370
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $44,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Engineers make per hour in Upper East Mississippi?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Engineers in Upper East Mississippi is $46.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.87 or more per hour.

    Is Upper East Mississippi above or below average for Chemical Engineers salaries?

    The median Chemical Engineers salary in Upper East Mississippi is 21% 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 Upper East Mississippi?

    Entry-level Chemical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $69,650 per year in Upper East Mississippi. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,810.