Engineering Parkersburg, WV Pop. 29,675

Industrial Engineer Salary in Parkersburg, West Virginia

The median industrial engineer salary in Parkersburg, WV is $76,240 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 4.8% below the West Virginia state average.

City Median
$76,240
vs State Avg
$-3,812
vs National
$-19,060
Cost of Living
80%

Industrial Engineer Salary in Parkersburg by Experience

In Parkersburg, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $51,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $113,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,200
$-12,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$76,800
$-19,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$113,600
$-28,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Parkersburg, WV

Percentile Parkersburg
10th Percentile $48,800
25th Percentile $60,800
Median (50th) $76,240
75th Percentile $96,000
90th Percentile $118,400

Industrial Engineer Salary in Other West Virginia Cities

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in Parkersburg

Education

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