Engineering Grand Forks, ND Pop. 56,588

Chemical Engineer Salary in Grand Forks, North Dakota

The median chemical engineer salary in Grand Forks, ND is $93,509 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 2.2% below the North Dakota state average.

City Median
$93,509
vs State Avg
$-2,125
vs National
$-12,751
Cost of Living
88%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Grand Forks by Experience

In Grand Forks, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $61,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,560 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$61,600
$-8,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$95,040
$-12,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,560
$-19,440 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Grand Forks, ND

Percentile Grand Forks
10th Percentile $59,840
25th Percentile $73,920
Median (50th) $93,509
75th Percentile $121,440
90th Percentile $151,360

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other North Dakota Cities

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Grand Forks

Education

Most chemical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Grand Forks and the surrounding North Dakota 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 Grand Forks may vary based on local industry and population growth.