Industrial Engineers Salary in Central Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $99,340 -1.8% vs national
Median hourly $47.76
10th percentile $72,500
90th percentile $153,570
Employed locally 60
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,500
    25th
    $89,560
    50th (median)
    $99,340
    75th
    $132,770
    90th
    $153,570

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Engineers, All Other$88,780
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other$67,450
    Civil Engineers$102,000
    Mechanical Engineers$93,960
    Surveyors$62,680
    Electrical Engineers$108,260

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Central Louisiana is $47.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $102.02 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Central Louisiana is 1.8% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $72,500 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $89,560.