Engineering Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Chemical Engineer Salary in Nebraska

The median chemical engineer salary in Nebraska is $95,634 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $106,260.

Median Salary

$95,634

vs National

$-10,626

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $63,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,800 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$63,000

$-7,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$97,200

$-10,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$145,800

$-16,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$61,200	$68,000	$-6,800
25th Percentile	$75,600	$84,000	$-8,400
Median (50th)	$95,634	$106,260	$-10,626
75th Percentile	$124,200	$138,000	$-13,800
90th Percentile	$154,800	$172,000	$-17,200

Chemical Engineer Salary by City in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for chemical engineers in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Omaha, NE

$98,822

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$95,634

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$97,759

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$89,258

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$91,384

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Process EngineeringChemical ProcessesASPENSafety EngineeringQuality ControlThermodynamics

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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