Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,830 +12.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.99
10th percentile $38,200
90th percentile $60,750
Employed locally 100
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,200
    25th
    $41,630
    50th (median)
    $47,830
    75th
    $51,450
    90th
    $60,750

    Top-paying metros for Agricultural Equipment Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Southwest Missouri nonmetropolitan area $61,580
    Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN $54,380
    Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN $54,020
    Montana $53,900
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $53,510
    Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area $52,870

    Related occupations in Central Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $38,990
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $31,580
    Agricultural Inspectors $52,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Central Indiana is $22.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.82 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in Central Indiana is 12.3% above the national median of $42,580. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Central Indiana?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $38,200 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,630.