verified BLS-Verified
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
May 2025 release
Industrial Engineer Salary in Illinois
Median Annual in Illinois
$100,540/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$48.34/hr
▼ 2% below U.S. median
groups Employed in IL
18,640
public U.S. Median
$102,440
trending_up National Outlook
+12%
Industrial Engineer pay in Illinois, explained
Industrial engineers in Illinois earn a median of $100,540 per year ($48.34 per hour), which is 2% below the national median of $102,440. Entry-level workers earn around $73,780, while the most experienced industrial engineers reach about $155,650. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Illinois.
Industrial Engineer in Illinois: FAQ
How much do industrial engineers make in Illinois?
Industrial engineers in Illinois earn a median of $100,540 per year ($48.34 per hour), compared with $102,440 nationally.
Does Illinois pay industrial engineers well?
At $100,540, Illinois pays 2% below the national median for industrial engineers. An estimated 18,640 work in the state.