As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chemical Process Engineer in Alpena, SD is $81,681, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,571 weekly, or $6,807 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chemical Process Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Chemical Process Engineer in Alpena, SD vary widely, spanning from $70,709 to $95,344. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($75,938) and 75th percentile ($88,833), while top earners (90th percentile) make $95,344 per year. This $12,895 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Design Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alpena Chemical Process Engineer often earn 5.4% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chemical Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $70,709 Alpena, SD February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $75,938 Alpena, SD February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $81,681 Alpena, SD February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $88,833 Alpena, SD February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $95,344 Alpena, SD February 01, 2026
25% $75,938 10% $70,709 90% $95,344 75% $88,833 $81,681 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Chemical Process Engineer ?

In the field of engineering, a chemical engineer is a professional, who is equipped with the knowledge of chemical engineering, works principally in the chemical industry to convert basic raw materials into a variety of products, and deals with the design and operation of plants and equipment. In general, a chemical engineer is one who applies and uses principles of chemical engineering in any of its various practical applications; these often include 1) design, manufacture, and operation of plants and machinery in industrial chemical and related processes ("chemical process engineers"); 2) d...

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  1. This Job:

    Chemical Process Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Chemical Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chemical Process Engineer in Alpena, SD. The base salary for Chemical Process Engineer ranges from $75,938 to $88,833 with the average base salary of $81,681. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $80,753 to $99,100 with the average total cash compensation of $89,433.

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About Alpena, South Dakota    Alpena (pronounced al-PEE'-nuh) is a town in Jerauld County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 286 at the 2010 census. Alpena is located....More

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