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Chemical Engineers Salary in Texas
Ranked #2 of 41 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of chemical engineerss in Texas earn between $86,920 and $210,460. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean chemical engineers salary in Texas is $144,350, about 11.1% above the U.S. average ($129,980). That works out to roughly $69/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $138,120 | $155,750 | 1,510 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $130,520 | $147,410 | 130 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $129,850 | $139,830 | 140 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $129,790 | $149,140 | 60 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $126,690 | $132,960 | 100 |
| Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $125,990 | $147,530 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do chemical engineers make in Texas?
The median chemical engineers salary in Texas is $132,750 per year (mean $144,350), and about 80% earn between $86,920 and $210,460.
How much do chemical engineers make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $69 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $144,350 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for chemical engineers?
Texas ranks #2 of 41 states for chemical engineers pay. Its mean salary of $144,350 is about 11.1% above the U.S. average of $129,980.
Which metro areas in Texas pay chemical engineers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for chemical engineers are Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX ($138,120), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($130,520), Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX ($129,850), by median annual wage.