What are the main factors that influence a Chemical Process Engineer I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Chemical Process Engineer 's salary?

A Chemical Process Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Chemical Process Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $88,234, a Chemical Process Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $103,617, a Chemical Process Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $121,499, a Chemical Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $143,948, a Chemical Process Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $167,510,

What are the highest paying states for a Chemical Process Engineer I?

Chemical Process Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chemical Process Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $96,467, California $96,101, Massachusetts $94,820. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chemical Process Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Chemical Process Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Chemical Process Engineer V: $165,409; Chemical Process Engineer IV: $142,143; Chemical Process Engineer III: $119,975; Chemical Process Engineer II: $102,318; Chemical Process Engineer: $94,962.

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Chemical Process Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chemical Process Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chemical Process Engineer I in Delaware is $88,234 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, a Chemical Process Engineer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,397
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,200 to $94,077
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,618

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Chemical Process Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,077	$7,840	$1,809	$45
Average	$88,234	$7,353	$1,697	$42
25th Percentile	$83,200	$6,933	$1,600	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Chemical Process Engineer I Salaries

A Chemical Process Engineer I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Chemical Process Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chemical Process Engineer I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Chemical Process Engineer I (0-2 years): $88,234
Chemical Process Engineer II (2-4 years): $103,617
Chemical Process Engineer III (4-7 years): $121,499
Chemical Process Engineer IV (7+ years): $143,948
Chemical Process Engineer V (7-10 years): $167,510

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Chemical Process Engineer I	0-2 years	$88,234
Chemical Process Engineer II	2-4 years	$103,617
Chemical Process Engineer III	4-7 years	$121,499
Chemical Process Engineer IV	7+ years	$143,948
Chemical Process Engineer V	7-10 years	$167,510

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How Do Chemical Process Engineer I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Chemical Process Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,467.
California: $96,101.
Massachusetts: $94,820.

District of Columbia $96,467 California $96,101 Massachusetts $94,820 Washington $94,472 New Jersey $94,437 Alaska $94,315 Connecticut $93,113 New York $92,625

Hawaii $91,065 Rhode Island $90,333 Maryland $89,837 Minnesota $89,157 Colorado $88,896 Illinois $88,809 Oregon $88,477 Delaware $88,234

New Hampshire $88,080 Virginia $87,737 Pennsylvania $86,735 Nevada $86,230 North Dakota $86,064 Michigan $85,803 Wisconsin $85,707 Vermont $85,515

Texas $84,984 Maine $84,949 Arizona $84,897 Ohio $84,836 Georgia $84,034 Indiana $83,633 Wyoming $83,555 Utah $83,433

Iowa $83,381 Kansas $82,962 Louisiana $82,840 North Carolina $82,797 Missouri $82,779 Florida $82,440 Montana $82,257 Nebraska $82,082

Kentucky $81,987 South Carolina $81,638 Tennessee $81,420 Idaho $81,333 New Mexico $80,697 Oklahoma $80,558 Alabama $80,044 South Dakota $79,181

Arkansas $78,711 West Virginia $78,458 Mississippi $77,700

Top Paying Cities for Chemical Process Engineer Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $91,318
Little Creek: $90,473
Magnolia: $90,847

Lincoln, DE $91,318 Little Creek, DE $90,473 Magnolia, DE $90,847 Milford, DE $91,318 Marydel, DE $90,133 Millsboro, DE $91,318 Millville, DE $91,928 Milton, DE $91,318

Nassau, DE $91,318 Ocean View, DE $91,928 Rehoboth Beach, DE $91,928 Seaford, DE $90,359 Selbyville, DE $91,928 Smyrna, DE $90,028 Viola, DE $90,847 Woodside, DE $90,586

Bear, DE $89,366 Newark, DE $89,401 Claymont, DE $89,471 Delaware City, DE $89,401 Hockessin, DE $89,471 Kirkwood, DE $89,401 Middletown, DE $89,845 Montchanin, DE $89,471

New Castle, DE $89,471 Odessa, DE $89,967 Port Penn, DE $89,157 Rockland, DE $89,471 Saint Georges, DE $89,401 Townsend, DE $89,837 Winterthur, DE $89,471 Lewes, DE $91,318

Wilmington, DE $89,471 Dover, DE $90,429 Dover Afb, DE $90,638 Bethany Beach, DE $91,928 Bethel, DE $90,359 Bridgeville, DE $91,318 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,525 Cheswold, DE $90,220

Clayton, DE $89,993 Dagsboro, DE $91,928 Delmar, DE $90,359 Ellendale, DE $91,318 Felton, DE $91,318 Fenwick Island, DE $91,928 Frankford, DE $91,928 Frederica, DE $91,318

Georgetown, DE $91,318 Greenwood, DE $91,318 Harbeson, DE $91,318 Harrington, DE $91,318 Hartly, DE $89,950 Houston, DE $91,318 Kenton, DE $89,993 Laurel, DE $90,359

Yorklyn, DE $89,471

Chemical Process Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chemical Process Engineer I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$83,200

Average $88,234/year

$94,077

$6,933

Average $7,353/month

$7,840

$1,600

Average $1,697/week

$1,809

$40

Average $42/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,077	$7,840	$1,809	$45
Average	$88,234	$7,353	$1,697	$42
25th Percentile	$83,200	$6,933	$1,600	$40

Chemical Process Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Chemical Process Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Chemical Process Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $103,617 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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