Engineering Pennsylvania (PA) Rank #23 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania

The median industrial engineer salary in Pennsylvania is $91,488 per year, which is 4% below the national median of $95,300.

Median Salary

$91,488

vs National

$-3,812

State Rank

#23 of 50

Cost of Living

96%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania by Experience

In Pennsylvania, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $61,440, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,320 per year. The cost of living index in Pennsylvania is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$61,440

$-2,560 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$92,160

$-3,840 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$136,320

$-5,680 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pennsylvania

Percentile	PA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$58,560	$61,000	$-2,440
25th Percentile	$72,960	$76,000	$-3,040
Median (50th)	$91,488	$95,300	$-3,812
75th Percentile	$115,200	$120,000	$-4,800
90th Percentile	$142,080	$148,000	$-5,920

Industrial Engineer Salary by City in Pennsylvania

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers in Pennsylvania include Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Reading. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Philadelphia, PA

$97,206

Pop. 1,603,797 · COL 102%

Pittsburgh, PA

$88,629

Pop. 302,971 · COL 93%

Allentown, PA

$89,582

Pop. 126,092 · COL 94%

Reading, PA

$83,864

Pop. 95,112 · COL 88%

Erie, PA

$80,052

Pop. 94,831 · COL 84%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Pennsylvania

Education

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

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in Pennsylvania

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