Conveyor Operators and Tenders Salary in Northern Indiana

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

Median annual salary $45,330 +9.9% vs national
Median hourly $21.79
10th percentile $38,590
90th percentile $53,660
Employed locally 70
National median $41,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,590
    25th
    $39,690
    50th (median)
    $45,330
    75th
    $49,110
    90th
    $53,660

    Top-paying metros for Conveyor Operators and Tenders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $106,830
    Wyoming $75,550
    Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $69,600
    Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $68,140
    Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area $65,740
    Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,030

    Related occupations in Northern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$39,360
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$57,050
    Stockers and Order Fillers$33,960
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$41,530
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$43,150
    Light Truck Drivers$41,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conveyor Operators and Tenders make per hour in Northern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in Northern Indiana is $21.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.06 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Indiana above or below average for Conveyor Operators and Tenders salaries?

    The median Conveyor Operators and Tenders salary in Northern Indiana is 9.9% above the national median of $41,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in Northern Indiana?

    Entry-level Conveyor Operators and Tenders (10th percentile) earn around $38,590 per year in Northern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,690.