Salary comparison

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians vs. Industrial Engineers: Salary Comparison (2026)

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicianss earn a median salary of $77,180/year, while Industrial Engineerss earn $101,140/year - a difference of $23,960. Industrial Engineerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Industrial Engineers

Median salary

$77,180

$101,140

Hourly rate

$37.11/hr

$48.63/hr

Entry level (10th %)

$48,250

$70,000

Senior level (90th %)

$111,790

$157,140

Education required

Varies

U.S. employment

92,710

350,230

Job growth (10-year)

N/A