Engineering West Virginia (WV) Rank #49 of 50

Chemical Engineer Salary in West Virginia

The median chemical engineer salary in West Virginia is $89,258 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $106,260.

Median Salary
$89,258
vs National
$-17,002
State Rank
#49 of 50
Cost of Living
84%

Chemical Engineer Salary in West Virginia by Experience

In West Virginia, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $58,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,080 per year. The cost of living index in West Virginia is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,800
$-11,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$90,720
$-17,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$136,080
$-25,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in West Virginia

Percentile WV Salary
10th Percentile $57,120
25th Percentile $70,560
Median (50th) $89,258
75th Percentile $115,920
90th Percentile $144,480

Chemical Engineer Salary by City in West Virginia

The largest employment areas for chemical engineers in West Virginia include Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, and Parkersburg. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Charleston, WV
$93,509
Pop. 48,006 · COL 88%
Huntington, WV
$87,133
Pop. 46,842 · COL 82%
Morgantown, WV
$95,634
Pop. 30,955 · COL 90%
Parkersburg, WV
$85,008
Pop. 29,675 · COL 80%
Wheeling, WV
$82,883
Pop. 26,711 · COL 78%

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in West Virginia

Education

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

Key Skills

Process EngineeringChemical ProcessesASPENSafety EngineeringQuality ControlThermodynamics

Job Outlook in West Virginia

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