Engineering Kentucky (KY) Rank #46 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in Kentucky

The median industrial engineer salary in Kentucky 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

#46 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Kentucky by Experience

In Kentucky, 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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky

Percentile	KY 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 Kentucky

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers in Kentucky include Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, and Owensboro. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Louisville, KY

$87,676

Pop. 633,045 · COL 92%

Lexington, KY

$88,629

Pop. 322,570 · COL 93%

Bowling Green, KY

$80,052

Pop. 74,735 · COL 84%

Owensboro, KY

$78,146

Pop. 60,183 · COL 82%

Covington, KY

$83,864

Pop. 40,961 · COL 88%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Kentucky

Education

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

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in Kentucky

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