Industrial Engineers Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $91,090 -9.9% vs national
Median hourly $43.79
10th percentile $66,950
90th percentile $133,650
Employed locally 630
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,950
    25th
    $79,810
    50th (median)
    $91,090
    75th
    $110,350
    90th
    $133,650

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Anchorage, AK $166,350
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $154,740
    Alaska $142,980
    Charleston, WV $141,900
    Vallejo, CA $140,500
    New Orleans-Metairie, LA $139,130

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $55,210
    Civil Engineers $98,010
    Mechanical Engineers $92,030
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $66,390
    Electrical Engineers $95,760
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $51,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Engineers make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Central Kentucky is $43.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.78 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Industrial Engineers salaries?

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Central Kentucky is 9.9% below the national median of $101,140. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Engineers in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $66,950 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $79,810.