Engineering Illinois (IL) Rank #24 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in Illinois

The median industrial engineer salary in Illinois is $90,535 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $95,300.

Median Salary

$90,535

vs National

$-4,765

State Rank

#24 of 50

Cost of Living

95%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Illinois by Experience

In Illinois, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $60,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,900 per year. The cost of living index in Illinois is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$60,800

$-3,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$91,200

$-4,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$134,900

$-7,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Illinois

Percentile	IL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$57,950	$61,000	$-3,050
25th Percentile	$72,200	$76,000	$-3,800
Median (50th)	$90,535	$95,300	$-4,765
75th Percentile	$114,000	$120,000	$-6,000
90th Percentile	$140,600	$148,000	$-7,400

Industrial Engineer Salary by City in Illinois

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers in Illinois include Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, and Rockford. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Chicago, IL

$101,971

Pop. 2,693,976 · COL 107%

Aurora, IL

$90,535

Pop. 197,757 · COL 95%

Naperville, IL

$102,924

Pop. 149,540 · COL 108%

Rockford, IL

$78,146

Pop. 148,655 · COL 82%

Springfield, IL

$81,005

Pop. 114,394 · COL 85%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Illinois

Education

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

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in Illinois

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