What are the main factors that influence a Professor - Chemical Engineering's salary?

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

How does experience change A Professor - Chemical Engineering's salary?

A Professor - Chemical Engineering's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Chemical Engineering (0-0 years)earns $65,300, an Asst. Professor - Chemical Engineering (0-0 years)earns $97,255, an Assoc. Professor - Chemical Engineering (0-0 years)earns $110,451, a Professor - Chemical Engineering (0-0 years)earns $142,290,

What are the highest paying states for a Professor - Chemical Engineering?

Professor - Chemical Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Professor - Chemical Engineering roles are District of Columbia $155,568, California $154,978, Massachusetts $152,913. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Professor - Chemical Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Professor - Chemical Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Chemical Engineering Director: $201,467; Chemical Engineering Manager: $148,043; College Professor - Chemical Engineering: $140,600; University Professor - Chemical Engineering: $140,510; College Associate Professor - Chemical Engineering: $109,100.

Professor - Chemical Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Professor - Chemical Engineering make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Professor - Chemical Engineering in Delaware is $142,290 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $183,680
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,185 to $163,955
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,702

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Professor - Chemical Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,955	$13,663	$3,153	$79
Average	$142,290	$11,858	$2,736	$68
25th Percentile	$124,185	$10,349	$2,388	$60

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Key Factors That Influence Professor - Chemical Engineering Salaries

A Professor - Chemical Engineering'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 Professor - Chemical Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Professor - Chemical Engineering'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:

Instructor - Chemical Engineering (0-0 years): $65,300
Asst. Professor - Chemical Engineering (0-0 years): $97,255
Assoc. Professor - Chemical Engineering (0-0 years): $110,451
Professor - Chemical Engineering (0-0 years): $142,290

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Instructor - Chemical Engineering	0-0 years	$65,300
Asst. Professor - Chemical Engineering	0-0 years	$97,255
Assoc. Professor - Chemical Engineering	0-0 years	$110,451
Professor - Chemical Engineering	0-0 years	$142,290

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How Do Professor - Chemical Engineering 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 Professor - Chemical Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $155,568.
California: $154,978.
Massachusetts: $152,913.

District of Columbia $155,568 California $154,978 Massachusetts $152,913 Washington $152,351 New Jersey $152,294 Alaska $152,098 Connecticut $150,159 New York $149,372

Hawaii $146,857 Rhode Island $145,677 Maryland $144,876 Minnesota $143,780 Colorado $143,358 Illinois $143,218 Oregon $142,684 Delaware $142,290

New Hampshire $142,043 Virginia $141,490 Pennsylvania $139,874 Nevada $139,059 North Dakota $138,792 Michigan $138,370 Wisconsin $138,216 Vermont $137,907

Texas $137,050 Maine $136,993 Arizona $136,909 Ohio $136,811 Georgia $135,518 Indiana $134,872 Wyoming $134,745 Utah $134,549

Iowa $134,464 Kansas $133,790 Louisiana $133,593 North Carolina $133,523 Missouri $133,495 Florida $132,947 Montana $132,652 Nebraska $132,371

Kentucky $132,216 South Carolina $131,654 Tennessee $131,303 Idaho $131,162 New Mexico $130,137 Oklahoma $129,912 Alabama $129,083 South Dakota $127,692

Arkansas $126,933 West Virginia $126,526 Mississippi $125,303

Top Paying Cities for Professor - Chemical Engineerings

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: $147,264
Little Creek: $145,901
Magnolia: $146,506

Lincoln, DE $147,264 Little Creek, DE $145,901 Magnolia, DE $146,506 Milford, DE $147,264 Marydel, DE $145,353 Millsboro, DE $147,264 Millville, DE $148,248 Milton, DE $147,264

Nassau, DE $147,264 Ocean View, DE $148,248 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,248 Seaford, DE $145,719 Selbyville, DE $148,248 Smyrna, DE $145,185 Viola, DE $146,506 Woodside, DE $146,084

Bear, DE $144,117 Newark, DE $144,173 Claymont, DE $144,286 Delaware City, DE $144,173 Hockessin, DE $144,286 Kirkwood, DE $144,173 Middletown, DE $144,890 Montchanin, DE $144,286

New Castle, DE $144,286 Odessa, DE $145,086 Port Penn, DE $143,780 Rockland, DE $144,286 Saint Georges, DE $144,173 Townsend, DE $144,876 Winterthur, DE $144,286 Lewes, DE $147,264

Wilmington, DE $144,286 Dover, DE $145,831 Dover Afb, DE $146,168 Bethany Beach, DE $148,248 Bethel, DE $145,719 Bridgeville, DE $147,264 Camden Wyoming, DE $145,986 Cheswold, DE $145,494

Clayton, DE $145,129 Dagsboro, DE $148,248 Delmar, DE $145,719 Ellendale, DE $147,264 Felton, DE $147,264 Fenwick Island, DE $148,248 Frankford, DE $148,248 Frederica, DE $147,264

Georgetown, DE $147,264 Greenwood, DE $147,264 Harbeson, DE $147,264 Harrington, DE $147,264 Hartly, DE $145,058 Houston, DE $147,264 Kenton, DE $145,129 Laurel, DE $145,719

Yorklyn, DE $144,286

Professor - Chemical Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Professor - Chemical Engineering'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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$124,185

Average $142,290/year

$163,955

$10,349

Average $11,858/month

$13,663

$2,388

Average $2,736/week

$3,153

$60

Average $68/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,955	$13,663	$3,153	$79
Average	$142,290	$11,858	$2,736	$68
25th Percentile	$124,185	$10,349	$2,388	$60

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