Conveyor Operators and Tenders Salary in Southern Indiana

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

Median annual salary $39,010 -5.4% vs national
Median hourly $18.75
10th percentile $38,250
90th percentile $72,020
Employed locally 80
National median $41,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,250
    25th
    $38,250
    50th (median)
    $39,010
    75th
    $59,540
    90th
    $72,020

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $37,460
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $55,660
    Stockers and Order Fillers $35,240
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $43,700
    Light Truck Drivers $39,220
    Bus Drivers, School $45,680

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in Southern Indiana is $18.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.63 or more per hour.

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

    The median Conveyor Operators and Tenders salary in Southern Indiana is 5.4% below 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Conveyor Operators and Tenders (10th percentile) earn around $38,250 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,250.