Industrial Engineers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $85,170 -15.8% vs national
Median hourly $40.95
10th percentile $63,740
90th percentile $126,700
Employed locally 500
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,740
    25th
    $76,600
    50th (median)
    $85,170
    75th
    $104,940
    90th
    $126,700

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers$79,540
    Civil Engineers$94,230
    Electrical Engineers$95,230
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$60,010
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$76,510
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$82,050

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Northwest Minnesota is $40.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.70 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Northwest Minnesota is 15.8% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $63,740 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,600.