Engineering Omaha, NE Pop. 486,051

Chemical Engineer Salary in Omaha, Nebraska

The median chemical engineer salary in Omaha, NE is $98,822 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Nebraska state average.

City Median
$98,822
vs State Avg
+$3,188
vs National
$-7,438
Cost of Living
93%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Omaha by Experience

In Omaha, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $65,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $150,660 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,100
$-4,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$100,440
$-7,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$150,660
$-11,340 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Omaha, NE

Percentile Omaha
10th Percentile $63,240
25th Percentile $78,120
Median (50th) $98,822
75th Percentile $128,340
90th Percentile $159,960

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Nebraska Cities

Bellevue, NE
$97,759
Pop. 64,176
Lincoln, NE
$95,634
Pop. 291,082
Kearney, NE
$91,384
Pop. 33,464
Grand Island, NE
$89,258
Pop. 53,131

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Omaha

Education

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