Engineering Iowa (IA) Rank #39 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in Iowa

The median industrial engineer salary in Iowa is $84,817 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $95,300.

Median Salary

$84,817

vs National

$-10,483

State Rank

#39 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Iowa by Experience

In Iowa, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $56,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $126,380 per year. The cost of living index in Iowa is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$56,960

$-7,040 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$85,440

$-10,560 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$126,380

$-15,620 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa

Percentile	IA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$54,290	$61,000	$-6,710
25th Percentile	$67,640	$76,000	$-8,360
Median (50th)	$84,817	$95,300	$-10,483
75th Percentile	$106,800	$120,000	$-13,200
90th Percentile	$131,720	$148,000	$-16,280

Industrial Engineer Salary by City in Iowa

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers in Iowa include Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and Sioux City. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Des Moines, IA

$87,676

Pop. 214,133 · COL 92%

Cedar Rapids, IA

$83,864

Pop. 137,710 · COL 88%

Davenport, IA

$81,958

Pop. 101,724 · COL 86%

Sioux City, IA

$80,052

Pop. 85,797 · COL 84%

Iowa City, IA

$90,535

Pop. 74,828 · COL 95%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Iowa

Education

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

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in Iowa

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