Computer Hardware Engineers Salary in Southern Indiana

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

Median annual salary $95,260 -38.5% vs national
Median hourly $45.80
10th percentile $72,550
90th percentile $127,770
Employed locally 150
National median $155,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,550
    25th
    $80,810
    50th (median)
    $95,260
    75th
    $109,350
    90th
    $127,770

    Top-paying metros for Computer Hardware Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $197,090
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $188,540
    Connecticut $188,540
    Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ $184,560
    California $179,880
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $174,070

    Related occupations in Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $106,650
    Industrial Engineers $83,020
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $121,060
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $92,620
    Engineers, All Other $122,700
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $85,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Hardware Engineers make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Hardware Engineers in Southern Indiana is $45.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.22 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Computer Hardware Engineers salaries?

    The median Computer Hardware Engineers salary in Southern Indiana is 38.5% below the national median of $155,020. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Computer Hardware Engineers in Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Computer Hardware Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $72,550 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,810.