Industrial Engineers Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $83,020 -17.9% vs national
Median hourly $39.91
10th percentile $60,940
90th percentile $135,730
Employed locally 910
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,940
    25th
    $73,390
    50th (median)
    $83,020
    75th
    $104,480
    90th
    $135,730

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $106,650
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $121,060
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $92,620
    Engineers, All Other $122,700
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $85,390
    Civil Engineers $93,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Engineers make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Southern Indiana is $39.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.02 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Industrial Engineers salaries?

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Southern Indiana is 17.9% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $60,940 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,390.