Engineering Orem, UT Pop. 97,499

Chemical Engineer Salary in Orem, Utah

The median chemical engineer salary in Orem, UT is $100,947 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 2.1% below the Utah state average.

City Median
$100,947
vs State Avg
$-2,125
vs National
$-5,313
Cost of Living
95%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Orem by Experience

In Orem, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $66,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $153,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$66,500
$-3,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$102,600
$-5,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$153,900
$-8,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Orem, UT

Percentile Orem
10th Percentile $64,600
25th Percentile $79,800
Median (50th) $100,947
75th Percentile $131,100
90th Percentile $163,400

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Utah Cities

Salt Lake City, UT
$108,385
Pop. 200,133
Provo, UT
$102,010
Pop. 115,162
West Jordan, UT
$102,010
Pop. 116,961
West Valley City, UT
$99,884
Pop. 140,230

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Orem

Education

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