Engineering Mississippi (MS) Rank #50 of 50

Chemical Engineer Salary in Mississippi

The median chemical engineer salary in Mississippi is $88,196 per year, which is 17% below the national median of $106,260.

Median Salary

$88,196

vs National

$-18,064

State Rank

#50 of 50

Cost of Living

83%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Mississippi by Experience

In Mississippi, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $58,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,460 per year. The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$58,100

$-11,900 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$89,640

$-18,360 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$134,460

$-27,540 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mississippi

Percentile	MS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$56,440	$68,000	$-11,560
25th Percentile	$69,720	$84,000	$-14,280
Median (50th)	$88,196	$106,260	$-18,064
75th Percentile	$114,540	$138,000	$-23,460
90th Percentile	$142,760	$172,000	$-29,240

Chemical Engineer Salary by City in Mississippi

The largest employment areas for chemical engineers in Mississippi include Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, and Hattiesburg. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Jackson, MS

$90,321

Pop. 153,701 · COL 85%

Gulfport, MS

$87,133

Pop. 72,926 · COL 82%

Southaven, MS

$89,258

Pop. 55,026 · COL 84%

Hattiesburg, MS

$85,008

Pop. 48,728 · COL 80%

Biloxi, MS

$88,196

Pop. 46,212 · COL 83%

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Mississippi

Education

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

Key Skills

Process EngineeringChemical ProcessesASPENSafety EngineeringQuality ControlThermodynamics

Job Outlook in Mississippi

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