Engineering Kansas (KS) Rank #45 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in Kansas

The median industrial engineer salary in Kansas is $82,911 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $95,300.

Median Salary

$82,911

vs National

$-12,389

State Rank

#45 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Kansas by Experience

In Kansas, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $55,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $123,540 per year. The cost of living index in Kansas is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,680

$-8,320 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$83,520

$-12,480 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$123,540

$-18,460 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Kansas

Percentile	KS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$53,070	$61,000	$-7,930
25th Percentile	$66,120	$76,000	$-9,880
Median (50th)	$82,911	$95,300	$-12,389
75th Percentile	$104,400	$120,000	$-15,600
90th Percentile	$128,760	$148,000	$-19,240

Industrial Engineer Salary by City in Kansas

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers in Kansas include Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City, and Topeka. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wichita, KS

$81,005

Pop. 397,532 · COL 85%

Overland Park, KS

$91,488

Pop. 197,238 · COL 96%

Kansas City, KS

$83,864

Pop. 156,607 · COL 88%

Topeka, KS

$79,099

Pop. 127,473 · COL 83%

Olathe, KS

$89,582

Pop. 141,290 · COL 94%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Kansas

Education

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

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in Kansas

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