Engineering Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Chemical Engineer Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median chemical engineer salary in Birmingham, AL is $95,634 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$95,634
vs State Avg
+$3,188
vs National
$-10,626
Cost of Living
90%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $63,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,000
$-7,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$97,200
$-10,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$145,800
$-16,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $61,200
25th Percentile $75,600
Median (50th) $95,634
75th Percentile $124,200
90th Percentile $154,800

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$97,759
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$93,509
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$91,384
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$90,321
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Birmingham

Education

Most chemical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Process EngineeringChemical ProcessesASPENSafety EngineeringQuality ControlThermodynamics

Job Outlook

Nationally, chemical engineer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.