Engineering Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Industrial Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median industrial engineer salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $81,958 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$81,958
vs State Avg
$-5,718
vs National
$-13,342
Cost of Living
86%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $55,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $122,120 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,040
$-8,960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$82,560
$-13,440 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$122,120
$-19,880 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $52,460
25th Percentile $65,360
Median (50th) $81,958
75th Percentile $103,200
90th Percentile $127,280

Industrial Engineer Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Winston-Salem

Education

Most industrial engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.