How Much Does a Chemical Process Engineer Make in San Francisco, CA ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Chemical Process Engineer Salary in San Francisco, CA

As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chemical Process Engineer in San Francisco, CA is $118,456, equivalent to $57 per hour, $2,278 weekly, or $9,871 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 San Francisco, CA vary widely, spanning from $103,433 to $138,243. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($110,592) and 75th percentile ($128,813), while top earners (90th percentile) make $138,243 per year. This $18,221 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, San Francisco Chemical Process Engineer often earn 13.1% higher than national averages. However, San Francisco currently ranks 3 statewide for Chemical Process Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Chemical Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $103,433 San Francisco, CA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $110,592 San Francisco, CA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $118,456 San Francisco, CA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $128,813 San Francisco, CA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $138,243 San Francisco, CA July 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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    Chemical Process Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
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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 San Francisco, CA. The base salary for Chemical Process Engineer ranges from $110,592 to $128,813 with the average base salary of $118,456. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $118,624 to $145,578 with the average total cash compensation of $131,378.

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About San Francisco, California    San Francisco is located on the West Coast of the United States at the north end of the San Francisco Peninsula and includes significant stretches of ....More

San Francisco, California  area prices were up 4.5% from a year ago

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