Engineering Louisville, KY Pop. 633,045

Industrial Engineer Salary in Louisville, Kentucky

The median industrial engineer salary in Louisville, KY is $87,676 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 5.7% above the Kentucky state average.

City Median
$87,676
vs State Avg
+$4,765
vs National
$-7,624
Cost of Living
92%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Louisville by Experience

In Louisville, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $58,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $130,640 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,880
$-5,120 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$88,320
$-7,680 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$130,640
$-11,360 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisville, KY

Percentile Louisville
10th Percentile $56,120
25th Percentile $69,920
Median (50th) $87,676
75th Percentile $110,400
90th Percentile $136,160

Industrial Engineer Salary in Other Kentucky Cities

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Louisville

Education

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