Industrial Engineers Salary in East Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,590 -22.3% vs national
Median hourly $37.78
10th percentile $47,350
90th percentile $129,940
Employed locally 100
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,350
    25th
    $72,350
    50th (median)
    $78,590
    75th
    $102,210
    90th
    $129,940

    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 East Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Engineers, All Other $65,450
    Mechanical Engineers $70,130
    Materials Engineers $100,540
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $44,160
    Civil Engineers $80,400
    Electrical Engineers $91,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Engineers make per hour in East Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in East Arkansas is $37.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.59 or more per hour.

    Is East Arkansas above or below average for Industrial Engineers salaries?

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in East Arkansas is 22.3% 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 East Arkansas?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $47,350 per year in East Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,350.