Hourly Wage for industrial engineering Salary in the United States

industrial engineering Salary in the United States

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As of April 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of industrial engineering in the United States is $41. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for industrial engineering in the US can go up to $47 and the lowest down to $34, but most earn between $37 and $44. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of industrial engineering in the United States.

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industrial engineering Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile industrial engineering Salary $34 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile industrial engineering Salary $37 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile industrial engineering Salary $41 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile industrial engineering Salary $44 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile industrial engineering Salary $47 US April 01, 2026
25% $37 10% $34 90% $47 75% $44 $41 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A industrial engineering ?

Industrial engineering salaries can vary significantly based on factors such as experience, education, location, and industry. Entry-level positions typically offer salaries ranging from $60,000 to $75,000 annually, while mid-level engineers with several years of experience may earn between $75,000 and $100,000. Senior industrial engineers or those in managerial roles can command salaries exceeding $100,000, with some positions in high-demand industries reaching upwards of $120,000 or more. Geographic location plays a crucial role, as urban areas with a high cost of living often provide high...

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Average Hourly Wage

Core compensation

 
 
 
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41

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
38
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42
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of industrial engineering in the United States. The average hourly rate for industrial engineering ranges from $37 to $44 with the average hourly pay of $41. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $38 to $47 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $42.

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