Chemical Engineer Salary in Oregon
Based on 140+ workers in Oregon
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (OR)
$116,950
$56.23/hr
vs National Average
$115,633
+1.1% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$83K – $167K
140 employed in Oregon
Salary Distribution — Chemical Engineer in Oregon
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $83,080 |
| 25th percentile | $95,300 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $116,950 |
| 75th percentile | $138,140 |
| 90th percentile | $166,610 |
Top-Paying Industries for Chemical Engineer (U.S.)
Which industries pay Chemical Engineers the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Chemical Engineers in Oregon tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $137,180 | 1K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $135,720 | 1K |
| Construction | $131,190 | 400 |
| Administrative and Support Services | $130,810 | 650 |
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | $125,990 | 90 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Chemical Engineer in Oregon vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Oregon) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $84,230 |
| 2023 | $96,120 |
| 2024 | $115,800 |
| 2025 | $116,950 |
| 2026 (projected) | $118,111 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Oregon Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $84,230 | $104,335 |
| 2023 | $96,120 | $110,377 |
| 2024 | $115,800 | $114,171 |
| 2025 | $116,950 | $115,633 |
| 2026 (projected) | $118,111 | $116,781 |
Chemical Engineer Salary by Experience Level in Oregon
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $95,300 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $116,950 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $138,140 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $166,610 |
Chemical Engineer Salary in Other States
Related Chemical Engineer Salaries in Oregon
How other high-demand occupations in Oregon compare to Chemical Engineer ($116,950 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Chemical Engineer | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Manager in OR | $177,190 | +51.5% | $85.19/hr |
| Industrial Engineer in OR | $128,290 | +9.7% | $61.68/hr |
| Environmental Engineer in OR | $127,100 | +8.7% | $61.11/hr |
| Electrical Engineer in OR | $125,160 | +7.0% | $60.17/hr |
| Aerospace Engineer in OR | $124,630 | +6.6% | $59.92/hr |
| Materials Engineer in OR | $122,850 | +5.0% | $59.06/hr |
| Biomedical Engineer in OR | $122,510 | +4.8% | $58.90/hr |
| Civil Engineer in OR | $105,250 | -10.0% | $50.60/hr |
| Mechanical Engineer in OR | $103,470 | -11.5% | $49.75/hr |
| Industrial Production Manager in OR | $119,420 | +2.1% | $57.41/hr |
| Financial Analyst in OR | $120,590 | +3.1% | $57.98/hr |
| Administrative Services Manager in OR | $113,250 | -3.2% | $54.45/hr |