Engineering Hattiesburg, MS Pop. 48,728

Chemical Engineer Salary in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

The median chemical engineer salary in Hattiesburg, MS is $85,008 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 3.6% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$85,008
vs State Avg
$-3,188
vs National
$-21,252
Cost of Living
80%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Hattiesburg by Experience

In Hattiesburg, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $56,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $129,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$56,000
$-14,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,400
$-21,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$129,600
$-32,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hattiesburg, MS

Percentile Hattiesburg
10th Percentile $54,400
25th Percentile $67,200
Median (50th) $85,008
75th Percentile $110,400
90th Percentile $137,600

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

Jackson, MS
$90,321
Pop. 153,701
Southaven, MS
$89,258
Pop. 55,026
Biloxi, MS
$88,196
Pop. 46,212
Gulfport, MS
$87,133
Pop. 72,926

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Hattiesburg

Education

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