Engineering Shreveport, LA Pop. 187,593

Chemical Engineer Salary in Shreveport, Louisiana

The median chemical engineer salary in Shreveport, LA is $90,321 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 6.6% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$90,321
vs State Avg
$-6,376
vs National
$-15,939
Cost of Living
85%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Shreveport by Experience

In Shreveport, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $59,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $137,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$59,500
$-10,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$91,800
$-16,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$137,700
$-24,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Shreveport, LA

Percentile Shreveport
10th Percentile $57,800
25th Percentile $71,400
Median (50th) $90,321
75th Percentile $117,300
90th Percentile $146,200

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$104,135
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$97,759
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$93,509
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$91,384
Pop. 80,000

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Shreveport

Education

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