Engineering Norfolk, VA Pop. 238,005

Chemical Engineer Salary in Norfolk, Virginia

The median chemical engineer salary in Norfolk, VA is $102,010 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 7.7% below the Virginia state average.

City Median
$102,010
vs State Avg
$-8,500
vs National
$-4,250
Cost of Living
96%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Norfolk by Experience

In Norfolk, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $67,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $155,520 per year. The local cost of living index 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 Norfolk, VA

Percentile Norfolk
10th Percentile $65,280
25th Percentile $80,640
Median (50th) $102,010
75th Percentile $132,480
90th Percentile $165,120

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Virginia Cities

Arlington, VA
$140,263
Pop. 238,643
Virginia Beach, VA
$108,385
Pop. 449,974
Richmond, VA
$106,260
Pop. 226,610
Chesapeake, VA
$104,135
Pop. 249,422

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Norfolk

Education

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