Industrial Engineers Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $89,070 -11.9% vs national
Median hourly $42.82
10th percentile $65,690
90th percentile $124,410
Employed locally 220
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,690
    25th
    $75,760
    50th (median)
    $89,070
    75th
    $100,730
    90th
    $124,410

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers$84,300
    Civil Engineers$91,200
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$64,140
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$50,090
    Electrical Engineers$104,170
    Mechanical Drafters$61,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Engineers make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Northeast Iowa is $42.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.70 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Industrial Engineers salaries?

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Northeast Iowa is 11.9% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $65,690 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,760.