Industrial Engineers Salary in Northeast Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $96,910 -4.2% vs national
Median hourly $46.59
10th percentile $70,120
90th percentile $146,670
Employed locally 40
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $70,120
    25th
    $81,610
    50th (median)
    $96,910
    75th
    $137,590
    90th
    $146,670

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Engineers, All Other $78,860
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $50,990
    Civil Engineers $105,180
    Drafters, All Other $44,980
    Surveyors $58,890

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Northeast Louisiana is $46.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $72.58 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Northeast Louisiana is 4.2% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $70,120 per year in Northeast Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,610.