As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chemical Process Engineer in Rochester, MN is $95,184, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,830 weekly, or $7,932 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 Rochester, MN vary widely, spanning from $83,115 to $111,096. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,867) and 75th percentile ($103,513), while top earners (90th percentile) make $111,096 per year. This $14,646 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, Rochester Chemical Process Engineer often earn 2.0% higher than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 334 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 $83,115 Rochester, MN November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $88,867 Rochester, MN November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $95,184 Rochester, MN November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $103,513 Rochester, MN November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $111,096 Rochester, MN November 01, 2026
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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 Rochester, MN. The base salary for Chemical Process Engineer ranges from $88,867 to $103,513 with the average base salary of $95,184. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $96,305 to $118,182 with the average total cash compensation of $106,652.

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