Industrial Engineers Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $98,400 -2.7% vs national
Median hourly $47.31
10th percentile $68,990
90th percentile $137,460
Employed locally 420
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,990
    25th
    $81,180
    50th (median)
    $98,400
    75th
    $119,790
    90th
    $137,460

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $85,700
    Civil Engineers $93,930
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $68,480
    Engineers, All Other $113,860
    Surveyors $55,020
    Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians $47,230

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Southern Ohio is $47.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $67.91 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Southern Ohio is 2.7% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $68,990 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,180.