verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Chemical Engineer Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$128,290/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$61.68/hr
▲ 3% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
650
public U.S. Median
$125,040
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$119,883 #20 of 41

Chemical Engineer pay in Washington, explained

Chemical engineers in Washington earn a median of $128,290 per year ($61.68 per hour), which is 3% above the national median of $125,040. Entry-level workers earn around $94,160, while the most experienced chemical engineers reach about $185,360. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $128,290 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $128,290 is worth about $119,883 in national buying power — ranking Washington #20 for real pay (vs #9 on the sticker number).

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Chemical Engineer pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$94,160
$45.27/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$128,290
$61.68/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$185,360
$89.12/hr

Chemical Engineer pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $128,290 $119,883
Oregon $116,950 $113,147 +$11,340
Idaho $106,740 $111,777 +$21,550

Chemical Engineer in Washington: FAQ

How much do chemical engineers make in Washington?

Chemical engineers in Washington earn a median of $128,290 per year ($61.68 per hour), compared with $125,040 nationally.

Does Washington pay chemical engineers well?

At $128,290, Washington pays 3% above the national median for chemical engineers. An estimated 650 work in the state.

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