Engineering Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Chemical Engineer Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median chemical engineer salary in Aurora, IL is $100,947 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$100,947
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-5,313
Cost of Living
95%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $66,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $153,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$66,500
$-3,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$102,600
$-5,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$153,900
$-8,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $64,600
25th Percentile $79,800
Median (50th) $100,947
75th Percentile $131,100
90th Percentile $163,400

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$114,761
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$113,698
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$90,321
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$87,133
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Aurora

Education

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