Engineering Jonesboro, AR Pop. 78,576

Industrial Engineer Salary in Jonesboro, Arkansas

The median industrial engineer salary in Jonesboro, AR is $78,146 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 2.4% below the Arkansas state average.

City Median
$78,146
vs State Avg
$-1,906
vs National
$-17,154
Cost of Living
82%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Jonesboro by Experience

In Jonesboro, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $52,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $116,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,480
$-11,520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$78,720
$-17,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$116,440
$-25,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jonesboro, AR

Percentile Jonesboro
10th Percentile $50,020
25th Percentile $62,320
Median (50th) $78,146
75th Percentile $98,400
90th Percentile $121,360

Industrial Engineer Salary in Other Arkansas Cities

Fayetteville, AR
$83,864
Pop. 93,949
Little Rock, AR
$82,911
Pop. 202,591
Springdale, AR
$80,052
Pop. 80,433
Fort Smith, AR
$76,240
Pop. 89,142

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Jonesboro

Education

Most industrial engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Jonesboro and the surrounding Arkansas area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook

Nationally, industrial engineer employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Jonesboro may vary based on local industry and population growth.