Engineering Fayetteville, AR Pop. 93,949

Chemical Engineer Salary in Fayetteville, Arkansas

The median chemical engineer salary in Fayetteville, AR is $93,509 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 4.8% above the Arkansas state average.

City Median
$93,509
vs State Avg
+$4,251
vs National
$-12,751
Cost of Living
88%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Fayetteville by Experience

In Fayetteville, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $61,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,560 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$61,600
$-8,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$95,040
$-12,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,560
$-19,440 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Fayetteville, AR

Percentile Fayetteville
10th Percentile $59,840
25th Percentile $73,920
Median (50th) $93,509
75th Percentile $121,440
90th Percentile $151,360

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Arkansas Cities

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Fayetteville

Education

Most chemical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Fayetteville and the surrounding Arkansas 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 Fayetteville may vary based on local industry and population growth.