Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Associate's degree · Mountain Empire Community College · Big Stone Gap, VA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$52,159Median earnings 4 years after
$44,532Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
11Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians at Mountain Empire Community College earn a median of $52,159. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $73,593 four years after graduating (middle half: $50,104–$100,756).
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians (Associate's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Danville Community College Danville | $55,860 | — |
| Virginia Western Community College Roanoke | $49,287 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians graduates from Mountain Empire Community College make?
The median salary is $52,159 and $44,532 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.