Industrial Engineers Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $106,690 +5.5% vs national
Median hourly $51.29
10th percentile $64,610
90th percentile $157,580
Employed locally 40
National median $101,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $64,610
    25th
    $80,310
    50th (median)
    $106,690
    75th
    $132,410
    90th
    $157,580

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $95,170
    Electrical Engineers $104,850
    Mechanical Engineers $94,400
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $67,990
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $92,180
    Cartographers and Photogrammetrists $79,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Engineers make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Engineers in Western Washington is $51.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $67.65 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Industrial Engineers salaries?

    The median Industrial Engineers salary in Western Washington is 5.5% above 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $64,610 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,310.