How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make in Indianapolis?
Median yearly pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area. That is $25.27 an hour or $4,381 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.27
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 21 of 61
- Jobs in the area
- 130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,300 | $19.38 | |
| 25th | $43,970 | $21.14 | |
| Median | $52,570 | $25.27 | |
| 75th | $64,180 | $30.86 | |
| 90th | $65,220 | $31.36 |
Other cities in Indiana
Median yearly pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters.
| Louisville, KY | $51,900 |
| Chicago, IL | $49,980 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $49,340 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $47,330 |
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Salaries for every job in Indianapolis, INFrequently asked questions
How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make an hour in Indianapolis?
The median hourly pay in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area is $25.27 ($52,570 a year).
Do lathe and turning machine tool setters make more in Indianapolis than the national average?
Yes: $52,570 against $50,620 nationally, 4% more.
How does Indianapolis compare with the rest of Indiana?
The median in Indiana is $49,420, so Indianapolis pays 6% more.
Where does Indianapolis rank for lathe and turning machine tool setter pay?
21 of 61 metro areas with data.
How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make starting out in Indianapolis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,300 or less a year; the top 10% make $65,220 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.