Engineering Nebraska (NE) Rank #36 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in Nebraska

The median industrial engineer salary in Nebraska is $85,770 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $95,300.

Median Salary

$85,770

vs National

$-9,530

State Rank

#36 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $57,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,800 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$57,600

$-6,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$86,400

$-9,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$127,800

$-14,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$54,900	$61,000	$-6,100
25th Percentile	$68,400	$76,000	$-7,600
Median (50th)	$85,770	$95,300	$-9,530
75th Percentile	$108,000	$120,000	$-12,000
90th Percentile	$133,200	$148,000	$-14,800

Industrial Engineer Salary by City in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Omaha, NE

$88,629

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$85,770

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$87,676

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$80,052

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$81,958

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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