Engineering Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Chemical Engineer Salary in Maryland

The median chemical engineer salary in Maryland is $116,886 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $106,260.

Median Salary

$116,886

vs National

+$10,626

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $77,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $178,200 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$77,000

+$7,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$118,800

+$10,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$178,200

+$16,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$74,800	$68,000	+$6,800
25th Percentile	$92,400	$84,000	+$8,400
Median (50th)	$116,886	$106,260	+$10,626
75th Percentile	$151,800	$138,000	+$13,800
90th Percentile	$189,200	$172,000	+$17,200

Chemical Engineer Salary by City in Maryland

The largest employment areas for chemical engineers in Maryland include Baltimore, Columbia, Silver Spring, and Germantown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Baltimore, MD

$114,761

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$125,387

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$129,637

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$122,199

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$111,573

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Maryland

Education

Most chemical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Maryland has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Process EngineeringChemical ProcessesASPENSafety EngineeringQuality ControlThermodynamics

Job Outlook in Maryland

Nationally, chemical engineer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Maryland's demand may vary based on local industry trends.