Engineering West Virginia (WV) Rank #49 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in West Virginia

The median industrial engineer salary in West Virginia is $80,052 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $95,300.

Median Salary

$80,052

vs National

$-15,248

State Rank

#49 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Industrial Engineer Salary in West Virginia by Experience

In West Virginia, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $53,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $119,280 per year. The cost of living index in West Virginia is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$53,760

$-10,240 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$80,640

$-15,360 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$119,280

$-22,720 vs national

Salary Percentiles in West Virginia

Percentile	WV Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$51,240	$61,000	$-9,760
25th Percentile	$63,840	$76,000	$-12,160
Median (50th)	$80,052	$95,300	$-15,248
75th Percentile	$100,800	$120,000	$-19,200
90th Percentile	$124,320	$148,000	$-23,680

Industrial Engineer Salary by City in West Virginia

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers in West Virginia include Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, and Parkersburg. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Charleston, WV

$83,864

Pop. 48,006 · COL 88%

Huntington, WV

$78,146

Pop. 46,842 · COL 82%

Morgantown, WV

$85,770

Pop. 30,955 · COL 90%

Parkersburg, WV

$76,240

Pop. 29,675 · COL 80%

Wheeling, WV

$74,334

Pop. 26,711 · COL 78%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in West Virginia

Education

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

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in West Virginia

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