Chemical Engineers pay in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands
In Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX), the median pay for chemical engineers is $66.40 an hour ($138,120 a year). About 1,510 people work in this job there.
That is 10% higher than the U.S. median ($125,040). It is 4% higher than the Texas median ($132,750).
Pay range for chemical engineers in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $48.03 | $99,890 |
| 25% of workers | $60.72 | $126,290 |
| Half of workers (median) | $66.40 | $138,120 |
| 75% of workers | $85.92 | $178,720 |
| 90% of workers | $104.45 | $217,260 |
Chemical Engineers pay in Texas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (this page) | $138,120 | 1,510 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $130,520 | 130 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur | $129,850 | 140 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $129,790 | 60 |
| Corpus Christi | $126,690 | 100 |
Texas unemployment rate: 4.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for chemical engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $100,950 |
| Industrial Engineers | $111,690 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $125,350 |
| Electrical Engineers | $131,070 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $169,870 |
| Engineers, All Other | $130,270 |
| Aerospace Engineers | $133,970 |
| Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | $130,280 |
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