Engineering Baton Rouge, LA Pop. 227,470

Industrial Engineer Salary in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

The median industrial engineer salary in Baton Rouge, LA is $87,676 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$87,676
vs State Avg
+$953
vs National
$-7,624
Cost of Living
92%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Baton Rouge by Experience

In Baton Rouge, 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 Baton Rouge, LA

Percentile Baton Rouge
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 Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$93,394
Pop. 383,997
Lafayette, LA
$83,864
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$81,958
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$81,005
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Baton Rouge

Education

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