How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Indiana?
$49,110a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Indiana. That is $23.61 an hour or $4,093 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.61
- Vs. national median
- -37%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,140Median: $49,110Highest 10%: $67,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,140 | $18.82 | |
| 25th | $45,680 | $21.96 | |
| Median | $49,110 | $23.61 | |
| 75th | $59,960 | $28.83 | |
| 90th | $67,470 | $32.44 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $65,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 31. South Dakota | $59,970 |
| 32. Missouri | $55,470 |
| 33. Georgia | $49,230 |
| 34. Indiana | $49,110 |
| 35. Tennessee | $45,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $23.61 ($49,110 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Indiana than the national average?
No: $49,110 against $78,120 nationally, 37% less.
Where does Indiana rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Indiana ranks 34 of 35 states.
Which city in Indiana pays chemical plant and system operators the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $65,750 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.