What are the main factors that influence a Chemical Process Engineering Manager'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 Engineering Manager's salary?

A Chemical Process Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Chemical Process Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $113,290, a Chemical Process Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $132,852, a Chemical Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $157,380, a Chemical Process Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $183,163, a Chemical Process Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $177,148,

What are the highest paying states for a Chemical Process Engineering Manager?

Chemical Process Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chemical Process Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $177,148, California $176,476, Massachusetts $174,124. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chemical Process Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Chemical Process Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Chemical Process Engineering Director: $198,591; Chemical Process Engineer V: $165,429; Chemical Process Design Engineering Manager: $160,000; Chemical Process Development Engineering Manager: $160,000; Biopharma Process Engineering Manager: $150,879.

Chemical Process Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Chemical Process Engineering Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chemical Process Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $177,148 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $85.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $197,490
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $170,397 to $187,796
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $164,251

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Chemical Process Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,796	$15,650	$3,611	$90
Average	$177,148	$14,762	$3,407	$85
25th Percentile	$170,397	$14,200	$3,277	$82

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Key Factors That Influence Chemical Process Engineering Manager Salaries

A Chemical Process Engineering Manager'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 Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chemical Process Engineering Manager'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 II (2-4 years): $113,290
Chemical Process Engineer III (4-7 years): $132,852
Chemical Process Engineer IV (7+ years): $157,380
Chemical Process Engineer V (7-10 years): $183,163
Chemical Process Engineering Manager (10+ years): $177,148

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Chemical Process Engineer II	2-4 years	$113,290
Chemical Process Engineer III	4-7 years	$132,852
Chemical Process Engineer IV	7+ years	$157,380
Chemical Process Engineer V	7-10 years	$183,163
Chemical Process Engineering Manager	10+ years	$177,148

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How Do Chemical Process Engineering Manager 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 Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $177,148.
California: $176,476.
Massachusetts: $174,124.

District of Columbia $177,148 California $176,476 Massachusetts $174,124 Washington $173,484 New Jersey $173,420 Alaska $173,196 Connecticut $170,988 New York $170,092

Hawaii $167,228 Rhode Island $165,884 Maryland $164,972 Minnesota $163,724 Colorado $163,244 Illinois $163,084 Oregon $162,476 Delaware $162,028

New Hampshire $161,746 Virginia $161,116 Pennsylvania $159,276 Nevada $158,348 North Dakota $158,044 Michigan $157,564 Wisconsin $157,388 Vermont $157,036

Texas $156,060 Maine $155,996 Arizona $155,900 Ohio $155,788 Georgia $154,316 Indiana $153,580 Wyoming $153,436 Utah $153,212

Iowa $153,116 Kansas $152,348 Louisiana $152,124 North Carolina $152,044 Missouri $152,012 Florida $151,388 Montana $151,052 Nebraska $150,732

Kentucky $150,556 South Carolina $149,916 Tennessee $149,516 Idaho $149,356 New Mexico $148,188 Oklahoma $147,932 Alabama $146,988 South Dakota $145,404

Arkansas $144,540 West Virginia $144,076 Mississippi $142,684

Top Paying Cities for Chemical Process Engineering Managers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $176,186
Washington: $176,188
Naval Anacost Annex: $176,180

Parcel Return Service, DC $176,186 Washington, DC $176,188 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $176,180 Washington Navy Yard, DC $176,186

Chemical Process Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Chemical Process Engineering Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $198,250. While startup companies pay approximate $167,806.

Chemical Process Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$167,806
Growth Stage	51~500	$177,432
Established	501~5000	$191,491
Enterprise	5000+	$198,250

Chemical Process Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chemical Process Engineering Manager'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.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$170,397

Average $177,148/year

$187,796

$14,200

Average $14,762/month

$15,650

$3,277

Average $3,407/week

$3,611

$82

Average $85/hour

$90

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,796	$15,650	$3,611	$90
Average	$177,148	$14,762	$3,407	$85
25th Percentile	$170,397	$14,200	$3,277	$82

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