Engineering Louisiana (LA) Rank #34 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in Louisiana

The median industrial engineer salary in Louisiana is $86,723 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $95,300.

Median Salary

$86,723

vs National

$-8,577

State Rank

#34 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $58,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $129,220 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$58,240

$-5,760 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$87,360

$-8,640 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$129,220

$-12,780 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$55,510	$61,000	$-5,490
25th Percentile	$69,160	$76,000	$-6,840
Median (50th)	$86,723	$95,300	$-8,577
75th Percentile	$109,200	$120,000	$-10,800
90th Percentile	$134,680	$148,000	$-13,320

Industrial Engineer Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

New Orleans, LA

$93,394

Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%

Baton Rouge, LA

$87,676

Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%

Shreveport, LA

$81,005

Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%

Lafayette, LA

$83,864

Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%

Lake Charles, LA

$81,958

Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in Louisiana

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