How much does a plant and system operator make in Indianapolis?
$72,780a year
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area. That is $34.99 an hour or $6,065 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.99
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 20 of 69
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,860Median: $72,780Highest 10%: $72,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,860 | $23.97 | |
| 25th | $64,290 | $30.91 | |
| Median | $72,780 | $34.99 | |
| 75th | $72,780 | $34.99 | |
| 90th | $72,790 | $35.00 |
Other cities in Indiana
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators.
| Chicago, IL | $80,660 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $67,390 |
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Salaries for every job in Indianapolis, INFrequently asked questions
How much does a plant and system operator make an hour in Indianapolis?
The median hourly pay in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area is $34.99 ($72,780 a year).
Do plant and system operators make more in Indianapolis than the national average?
Yes: $72,780 against $62,470 nationally, 17% more.
How does Indianapolis compare with the rest of Indiana?
The median in Indiana is $70,490, so Indianapolis pays 3% more.
Where does Indianapolis rank for plant and system operator pay?
20 of 69 metro areas with data.
How much does a plant and system operator make starting out in Indianapolis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,860 or less a year; the top 10% make $72,790 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.