Engineering Parkersburg, WV Pop. 29,675

Chemical Engineer Salary in Parkersburg, West Virginia

The median chemical engineer salary in Parkersburg, WV is $85,008 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 4.8% below the West Virginia state average.

City Median
$85,008
vs State Avg
$-4,250
vs National
$-21,252
Cost of Living
80%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Parkersburg by Experience

In Parkersburg, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $56,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $129,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$56,000
$-14,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,400
$-21,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$129,600
$-32,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Parkersburg, WV

Percentile Parkersburg
10th Percentile $54,400
25th Percentile $67,200
Median (50th) $85,008
75th Percentile $110,400
90th Percentile $137,600

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other West Virginia Cities

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Parkersburg

Education

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