How much does a helpers--production worker make in Columbus?
$42,210a year
Median yearly pay for helpers--production workers in the Columbus, IN metro area. That is $20.29 an hour or $3,518 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.29
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 100 of 317
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,180Median: $42,210Highest 10%: $46,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,180 | $17.88 | |
| 25th | $42,210 | $20.29 | |
| Median | $42,210 | $20.29 | |
| 75th | $45,360 | $21.81 | |
| 90th | $46,060 | $22.14 |
Other cities in Indiana
Median yearly pay for helpers--production workers.
| Louisville, KY | $46,610 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $46,410 |
| South Bend, IN | $45,170 |
| Terre Haute, IN | $43,430 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $43,300 |
| Chicago, IL | $41,480 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $38,540 |
| Elkhart, IN | $38,490 |
| Evansville, IN | $36,630 |
| Muncie, IN | $29,540 |
Related jobs in Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $75,640 |
| Tool and Die Maker | $71,180 |
| Machinist | $61,230 |
| Forging Machine Setter | $52,060 |
| Welder | $49,320 |
| Inspector | $49,030 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $48,590 |
| Cutting | $47,880 |
| Multiple Machine Tool Setter | $47,320 |
| Miscellaneous Assembler and Fabricator | $46,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a helpers--production worker make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, IN metro area is $20.29 ($42,210 a year).
Do helpers--production workers make more in Columbus than the national average?
Yes: $42,210 against $39,070 nationally, 8% more.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Indiana?
The median in Indiana is $42,210, so Columbus pays 0% more.
Where does Columbus rank for helpers--production worker pay?
100 of 317 metro areas with data.
How much does a helpers--production worker make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,180 or less a year; the top 10% make $46,060 or more.
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.