SOC 17-2112 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Industrial Engineers is $101,150 per year ($48.63/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $81,910 and $127,483 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $157,144 per year. There are approximately 350,230 industrial engineers employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $33.66 | $70,013 |
| P25 | $39.38 | $81,910 |
| P50MEDIAN | $48.63 | $101,150 |
| P75 | $61.29 | $127,483 |
| P90 | $75.55 | $157,144 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Industrial Engineers is $101,150 per year ($48.63/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $81,910 and $127,483 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Industrial Engineers is $157,144 per year ($75.55/hr). The 75th percentile is $127,483 per year.
Entry-level Industrial Engineers (10th percentile) earn approximately $70,013 per year ($33.66/hr). The 25th percentile is $81,910 per year.
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