Industrial Engineers Salary in Southeast Missouri

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

Median annual salary $85,510 -15.5% vs national
Median hourly $41.11
10th percentile $56,690
90th percentile $122,640
Employed locally 250
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,690
    25th
    $76,650
    50th (median)
    $85,510
    75th
    $98,080
    90th
    $122,640

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $78,640
    Surveyors $49,640
    Civil Engineers $73,840
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $39,460
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $55,480
    Electrical Engineers $95,630

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Southeast Missouri is $41.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.67 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Southeast Missouri is 15.5% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $56,690 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,650.