Engineering Kansas City, KS Pop. 156,607

Chemical Engineer Salary in Kansas City, Kansas

The median chemical engineer salary in Kansas City, KS is $93,509 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 1.1% above the Kansas state average.

City Median
$93,509
vs State Avg
+$1,063
vs National
$-12,751
Cost of Living
88%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Kansas City by Experience

In Kansas City, 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 Kansas City, KS

Percentile Kansas City
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 Kansas Cities

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Kansas City

Education

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