Engineering Mississippi (MS) Rank #50 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in Mississippi

The median industrial engineer salary in Mississippi is $79,099 per year, which is 17% below the national median of $95,300.

Median Salary

$79,099

vs National

$-16,201

State Rank

#50 of 50

Cost of Living

83%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Mississippi by Experience

In Mississippi, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $53,120, while experienced professionals earn up to $117,860 per year. The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$53,120

$-10,880 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$79,680

$-16,320 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$117,860

$-24,140 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mississippi

Percentile	MS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$50,630	$61,000	$-10,370
25th Percentile	$63,080	$76,000	$-12,920
Median (50th)	$79,099	$95,300	$-16,201
75th Percentile	$99,600	$120,000	$-20,400
90th Percentile	$122,840	$148,000	$-25,160

Industrial Engineer Salary by City in Mississippi

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers in Mississippi include Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, and Hattiesburg. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Jackson, MS

$81,005

Pop. 153,701 · COL 85%

Gulfport, MS

$78,146

Pop. 72,926 · COL 82%

Southaven, MS

$80,052

Pop. 55,026 · COL 84%

Hattiesburg, MS

$76,240

Pop. 48,728 · COL 80%

Biloxi, MS

$79,099

Pop. 46,212 · COL 83%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Mississippi

Education

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

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in Mississippi

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