Industrial Engineers Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $92,950 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $44.69
10th percentile $69,910
90th percentile $128,730
Employed locally 1,010
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $69,910
    25th
    $80,390
    50th (median)
    $92,950
    75th
    $109,130
    90th
    $128,730

    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 Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,860
    Mechanical Engineers $90,140
    Electrical Engineers $110,380
    Civil Engineers $99,320
    Mechanical Drafters $64,400
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $79,580

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Southeast Minnesota is $44.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.17 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Southeast Minnesota is 8.1% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $69,910 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,390.