Industrial Engineers Salary in South Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $95,150 -5.9% vs national
Median hourly $45.75
10th percentile $68,400
90th percentile $129,910
Employed locally 260
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,400
    25th
    $80,390
    50th (median)
    $95,150
    75th
    $119,330
    90th
    $129,910

    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 South Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $52,060
    Electrical Engineers $108,750
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $77,900
    Mechanical Engineers $76,950
    Civil Engineers $95,810
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $75,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Engineers make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in South Nebraska is $45.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.18 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Industrial Engineers salaries?

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in South Nebraska is 5.9% 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 South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $68,400 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,390.