Engineering Pennsylvania (PA) Rank #23 of 50

Chemical Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania

The median chemical engineer salary in Pennsylvania is $102,010 per year, which is 4% below the national median of $106,260.

Median Salary

$102,010

vs National

$-4,250

State Rank

#23 of 50

Cost of Living

96%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania by Experience

In Pennsylvania, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $67,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $155,520 per year. The cost of living index in Pennsylvania is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$67,200

$-2,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$103,680

$-4,320 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$155,520

$-6,480 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pennsylvania

Percentile	PA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$65,280	$68,000	$-2,720
25th Percentile	$80,640	$84,000	$-3,360
Median (50th)	$102,010	$106,260	$-4,250
75th Percentile	$132,480	$138,000	$-5,520
90th Percentile	$165,120	$172,000	$-6,880

Chemical Engineer Salary by City in Pennsylvania

The largest employment areas for chemical engineers in Pennsylvania include Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Reading. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Philadelphia, PA

$108,385

Pop. 1,603,797 · COL 102%

Pittsburgh, PA

$98,822

Pop. 302,971 · COL 93%

Allentown, PA

$99,884

Pop. 126,092 · COL 94%

Reading, PA

$93,509

Pop. 95,112 · COL 88%

Erie, PA

$89,258

Pop. 94,831 · COL 84%

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Pennsylvania

Education

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

Key Skills

Process EngineeringChemical ProcessesASPENSafety EngineeringQuality ControlThermodynamics

Job Outlook in Pennsylvania

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