How much does a transportation worker make in Indianapolis?
$48,870a year
Median yearly pay for transportation workers in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area. That is $23.50 an hour or $4,073 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.50
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 45
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,680Median: $48,870Highest 10%: $60,410
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,680 | $14.75 | |
| 25th | $30,690 | $14.75 | |
| Median | $48,870 | $23.50 | |
| 75th | $60,390 | $29.03 | |
| 90th | $60,410 | $29.04 |
Other cities in Indiana
Median yearly pay for transportation workers.
| Chicago, IL | $36,370 |
Related jobs in Indianapolis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Air Traffic Controller | $171,900 |
| Airline Pilot | $171,300 |
| Commercial Pilot | $128,900 |
| Transportation Inspector | $107,300 |
| Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor | $75,880 |
| Crane and Tower Operator | $72,020 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Worker | $65,590 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver | $61,980 |
| Bus Driver | $61,470 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collector | $59,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation worker make an hour in Indianapolis?
The median hourly pay in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area is $23.50 ($48,870 a year).
Do transportation workers make more in Indianapolis than the national average?
Yes: $48,870 against $45,650 nationally, 7% more.
How does Indianapolis compare with the rest of Indiana?
The median in Indiana is $36,410, so Indianapolis pays 34% more.
Where does Indianapolis rank for transportation worker pay?
14 of 45 metro areas with data.
How much does a transportation worker make starting out in Indianapolis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,680 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,410 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.