Engineering Tacoma, WA Pop. 219,346

Industrial Engineer Salary in Tacoma, Washington

The median industrial engineer salary in Tacoma, WA is $104,830 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 4.3% below the Washington state average.

City Median
$104,830
vs State Avg
$-4,765
vs National
+$9,530
Cost of Living
110%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Tacoma by Experience

In Tacoma, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $70,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $156,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$70,400
+$6,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$105,600
+$9,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$156,200
+$14,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Tacoma, WA

Percentile Tacoma
10th Percentile $67,100
25th Percentile $83,600
Median (50th) $104,830
75th Percentile $132,000
90th Percentile $162,800

Industrial Engineer Salary in Other Washington Cities

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Tacoma

Education

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