How much does a plant and system operator make in Indiana?
$70,490a year
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators in Indiana. That is $33.89 an hour or $5,874 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.89
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,000Median: $70,490Highest 10%: $79,540
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,000 | $24.52 | |
| 25th | $68,880 | $33.12 | |
| Median | $70,490 | $33.89 | |
| 75th | $72,780 | $34.99 | |
| 90th | $79,540 | $38.24 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $80,660 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $72,780 |
| Louisville, KY | $71,800 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $67,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plant and system operators.
| 12. Kansas | $74,190 |
| 13. Oregon | $71,900 |
| 14. West Virginia | $70,660 |
| 15. Indiana | $70,490 |
| 16. New Jersey | $69,970 |
| 17. Kentucky | $69,430 |
| 18. Arizona | $69,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plant and system operator make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $33.89 ($70,490 a year).
Do plant and system operators make more in Indiana than the national average?
Yes: $70,490 against $62,470 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Indiana rank for plant and system operator pay?
Indiana ranks 15 of 44 states.
Which city in Indiana pays plant and system operators the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $80,660 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.