Engineering Cedar Rapids, IA Pop. 137,710

Industrial Engineer Salary in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

The median industrial engineer salary in Cedar Rapids, IA is $83,864 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 1.1% below the Iowa state average.

City Median
$83,864
vs State Avg
$-953
vs National
$-11,436
Cost of Living
88%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Cedar Rapids by Experience

In Cedar Rapids, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $56,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,960 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$56,320
$-7,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$84,480
$-11,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$124,960
$-17,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Cedar Rapids, IA

Percentile Cedar Rapids
10th Percentile $53,680
25th Percentile $66,880
Median (50th) $83,864
75th Percentile $105,600
90th Percentile $130,240

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How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Cedar Rapids

Education

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