Engineering Morgantown, WV Pop. 30,955

Industrial Engineer Salary in Morgantown, West Virginia

The median industrial engineer salary in Morgantown, WV is $85,770 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 7.1% above the West Virginia state average.

City Median
$85,770
vs State Avg
+$5,718
vs National
$-9,530
Cost of Living
90%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Morgantown by Experience

In Morgantown, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $57,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,800 per year. The local cost of living index 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 Morgantown, WV

Percentile Morgantown
10th Percentile $54,900
25th Percentile $68,400
Median (50th) $85,770
75th Percentile $108,000
90th Percentile $133,200

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How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Morgantown

Education

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