Engineering Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in Arkansas

The median industrial engineer salary in Arkansas is $80,052 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $95,300.

Median Salary

$80,052

vs National

$-15,248

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $53,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $119,280 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$53,760

$-10,240 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$80,640

$-15,360 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$119,280

$-22,720 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$51,240	$61,000	$-9,760
25th Percentile	$63,840	$76,000	$-12,160
Median (50th)	$80,052	$95,300	$-15,248
75th Percentile	$100,800	$120,000	$-19,200
90th Percentile	$124,320	$148,000	$-23,680

Industrial Engineer Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers in Arkansas include Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Springdale. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Little Rock, AR

$82,911

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$76,240

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$83,864

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$80,052

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$78,146

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Arkansas

Education

Most industrial engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, industrial engineer employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.