Engineering Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Industrial Engineer Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median industrial engineer salary in Lafayette, LA is $83,864 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$83,864
vs State Avg
$-2,859
vs National
$-11,436
Cost of Living
88%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $56,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,960 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$56,320
$-7,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$84,480
$-11,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$124,960
$-17,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $53,680
25th Percentile $66,880
Median (50th) $83,864
75th Percentile $105,600
90th Percentile $130,240

Industrial Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$93,394
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$87,676
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$81,958
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$81,005
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Lafayette

Education

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