Industrial Engineers Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,900 -22% vs national
Median hourly $37.94
10th percentile $60,530
90th percentile $116,170
Employed locally 200
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,530
    25th
    $63,250
    50th (median)
    $78,900
    75th
    $97,410
    90th
    $116,170

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers$81,330
    Civil Engineers$89,020
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$48,040
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$54,080
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$53,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Engineers make per hour in Northwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Northwest Alabama is $37.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.74 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Alabama above or below average for Industrial Engineers salaries?

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Northwest Alabama is 22% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $60,530 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,250.