Engineering Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Chemical Engineer Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median chemical engineer salary in Lafayette, LA is $93,509 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$93,509
vs State Avg
$-3,188
vs National
$-12,751
Cost of Living
88%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
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 Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$104,135
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$97,759
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$91,384
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$90,321
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Lafayette

Education

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