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Chemical Engineers Salary in New York

Chemical Engineers in New York earn a median of $129,060 a year, +3% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$129,060
vs. U.S. median
+3% ($125,040)
Rank among states
8 of 41
Jobs in the state
540

Pay range in New York

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $81,520; the top 10% earn over $146,180. Nationally the range is $79,420 to $182,880.

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Chemical Engineers pay in New York

How much do chemical engineers make in New York?

The median is $129,060 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $81,520 and the top 10% earn over $146,180. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is New York a good state for chemical engineers?

On pay alone it ranks 8 of 41 (+3% vs. the national median of $125,040). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses