Engineering Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Chemical Engineer Salary in Arkansas

The median chemical engineer salary in Arkansas is $89,258 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $106,260.

Median Salary

$89,258

vs National

$-17,002

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $58,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,080 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$58,800

$-11,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$90,720

$-17,280 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$136,080

$-25,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$57,120	$68,000	$-10,880
25th Percentile	$70,560	$84,000	$-13,440
Median (50th)	$89,258	$106,260	$-17,002
75th Percentile	$115,920	$138,000	$-22,080
90th Percentile	$144,480	$172,000	$-27,520

Chemical Engineer Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for chemical engineers in Arkansas include Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Springdale. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Little Rock, AR

$92,446

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$85,008

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$93,509

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$89,258

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$87,133

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Arkansas

Education

Most chemical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Process EngineeringChemical ProcessesASPENSafety EngineeringQuality ControlThermodynamics

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, chemical engineer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.