Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $70,110 +8.2% vs national
Median hourly $33.71
10th percentile $47,580
90th percentile $96,180
Employed locally 90
National median $64,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,580
    25th
    $56,690
    50th (median)
    $70,110
    75th
    $92,440
    90th
    $96,180

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New Orleans-Metairie, LA $133,410
    Midland, TX $110,900
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $107,810
    Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX $104,580
    Vallejo, CA $102,420
    Anchorage, AK $94,110

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $86,760
    Civil Engineers $93,960
    Mechanical Engineers $83,480
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $75,700
    Electrical Engineers $104,140
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $66,920

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians in Northwest Illinois is $33.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.04 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians salaries?

    The median Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians salary in Northwest Illinois is 8.2% above the national median of $64,790. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $47,580 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,690.