Industrial Engineers Salary in Southwest Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $86,600 -14.4% vs national
Median hourly $41.63
10th percentile $58,850
90th percentile $130,460
Employed locally 280
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,850
    25th
    $68,870
    50th (median)
    $86,600
    75th
    $106,220
    90th
    $130,460

    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 Southwest Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $68,850
    Civil Engineers $81,460
    Mechanical Engineers $84,440
    Electrical Engineers $102,340
    Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers $94,920
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $40,510

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Engineers make per hour in Southwest Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Southwest Virginia is $41.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $68.25 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Virginia above or below average for Industrial Engineers salaries?

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Southwest Virginia is 14.4% 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 Southwest Virginia?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $58,850 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,870.