Engineering Indianapolis, IN Pop. 887,642

Chemical Engineer Salary in Indianapolis, Indiana

The median chemical engineer salary in Indianapolis, IN is $98,822 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Indiana state average.

City Median
$98,822
vs State Avg
+$3,188
vs National
$-7,438
Cost of Living
93%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Indianapolis by Experience

In Indianapolis, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $65,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $150,660 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,100
$-4,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$100,440
$-7,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$150,660
$-11,340 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indianapolis, IN

Percentile Indianapolis
10th Percentile $63,240
25th Percentile $78,120
Median (50th) $98,822
75th Percentile $128,340
90th Percentile $159,960

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Indiana Cities

Carmel, IN
$111,573
Pop. 99,757
Fort Wayne, IN
$90,321
Pop. 263,886
Evansville, IN
$89,258
Pop. 117,429
South Bend, IN
$88,196
Pop. 103,453

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Indianapolis

Education

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