Industrial Engineers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $94,760 -6.3% vs national
Median hourly $45.56
10th percentile $60,940
90th percentile $145,810
Employed locally 280
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,940
    25th
    $78,840
    50th (median)
    $94,760
    75th
    $121,190
    90th
    $145,810

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $93,510
    Civil Engineers $92,860
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $105,560
    Engineers, All Other $75,560
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $57,210
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $82,740

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Engineers make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $45.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.17 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Industrial Engineers salaries?

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 6.3% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $60,940 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,840.