Engineering Hattiesburg, MS Pop. 48,728

Industrial Engineer Salary in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

The median industrial engineer salary in Hattiesburg, MS is $76,240 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 3.6% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$76,240
vs State Avg
$-2,859
vs National
$-19,060
Cost of Living
80%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Hattiesburg by Experience

In Hattiesburg, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $51,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $113,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,200
$-12,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$76,800
$-19,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$113,600
$-28,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hattiesburg, MS

Percentile Hattiesburg
10th Percentile $48,800
25th Percentile $60,800
Median (50th) $76,240
75th Percentile $96,000
90th Percentile $118,400

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How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Hattiesburg

Education

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