Industrial Engineers Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $91,120 -9.9% vs national
Median hourly $43.81
10th percentile $65,090
90th percentile $120,730
Employed locally 340
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,090
    25th
    $78,090
    50th (median)
    $91,120
    75th
    $102,630
    90th
    $120,730

    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 Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $102,210
    Engineers, All Other $79,060
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $56,750
    Civil Engineers $96,670
    Electrical Engineers $123,990
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $68,190

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in East Tennessee is $43.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.79 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in East Tennessee 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 East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $65,090 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,090.