Chemical Engineer Salary in Kentucky
Based on 230+ workers in Kentucky
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (KY)
$112,390
$54.034/hr
vs National Average
$114,171
-1.6% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$81K – $153K
230 employed in Kentucky
Salary Distribution — Chemical Engineer in Kentucky
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $81,260 |
| 25th percentile | $95,670 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $112,390 |
| 75th percentile | $131,480 |
| 90th percentile | $153,210 |
Historical Salary Trend — Chemical Engineer in Kentucky vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $99,280 |
| 2023 | $112,210 |
| 2024 | $112,390 |
| Year | Kentucky Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $99,280 | $104,335 |
| 2023 | $112,210 | $110,377 |
| 2024 | $112,390 | $114,171 |