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Chemical Engineers Salary in Virginia

Chemical Engineers in Virginia earn a median of $136,380 a year, +9% compared with the U.S. median.

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

Median pay
$136,380
vs. U.S. median
+9% ($125,040)
Rank among states
2 of 41
Jobs in the state
790

Pay range in Virginia

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $92,540; the top 10% earn over $176,950. Nationally the range is $79,420 to $182,880.

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Chemical Engineers pay in Virginia

How much do chemical engineers make in Virginia?

The median is $136,380 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $92,540 and the top 10% earn over $176,950. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Virginia a good state for chemical engineers?

On pay alone it ranks 2 of 41 (+9% 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