Engineering Jackson, MS Pop. 153,701

Chemical Engineer Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median chemical engineer salary in Jackson, MS is $90,321 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 2.4% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$90,321
vs State Avg
+$2,125
vs National
$-15,939
Cost of Living
85%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, 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 Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
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 Mississippi Cities

Southaven, MS
$89,258
Pop. 55,026
Biloxi, MS
$88,196
Pop. 46,212
Gulfport, MS
$87,133
Pop. 72,926
Hattiesburg, MS
$85,008
Pop. 48,728

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Jackson

Education

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