As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chemical Process Engineer in Amarillo, TX is $86,356, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,661 weekly, or $7,196 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chemical Process Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chemical Process Engineer in Amarillo, TX vary widely, spanning from $75,509 to $100,792. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($80,678) and 75th percentile ($93,912), while top earners (90th percentile) make $100,792 per year. This $13,234 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, Amarillo Chemical Process Engineer often earn 6.8% lower than national averages. However, Amarillo currently ranks 708 statewide for Chemical Process Engineer job salary. 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 $75,509 Amarillo, TX October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $80,678 Amarillo, TX October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $86,356 Amarillo, TX October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $93,912 Amarillo, TX October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $100,792 Amarillo, TX October 01, 2026
25% $80,678 10% $75,509 90% $100,792 75% $93,912 $86,356 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 Amarillo, TX. The base salary for Chemical Process Engineer ranges from $80,678 to $93,912 with the average base salary of $86,356. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $87,147 to $106,945 with the average total cash compensation of $96,512.

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About Amarillo, Texas    Amarillo (/ˌæməˈrɪloʊ/ AM-ə-RIL-oh) is the 14th-most populous city in the state of Texas, United States. It is also the largest city in the Texas Panh....More

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