Engineering Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Industrial Engineer Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median industrial engineer salary in Aurora, IL is $90,535 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$90,535
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-4,765
Cost of Living
95%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $60,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,900 per year. The local cost of living index 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 Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $57,950
25th Percentile $72,200
Median (50th) $90,535
75th Percentile $114,000
90th Percentile $140,600

Industrial Engineer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$102,924
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$101,971
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$81,005
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$78,146
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Aurora

Education

Most industrial engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois 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 Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.