Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Central Indiana

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

Median annual salary $45,340 -2.3% vs national
Median hourly $21.80
10th percentile $37,120
90th percentile $64,570
Employed locally 2,390
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,120
    25th
    $43,400
    50th (median)
    $45,340
    75th
    $54,550
    90th
    $64,570

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $81,470
    Flint, MI $76,430
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,420
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $63,970
    Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area $63,720
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $63,490

    Related occupations in Central Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $37,140
    Stockers and Order Fillers $35,990
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $54,580
    Bus Drivers, School $49,240
    Light Truck Drivers $39,680
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $41,320

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Central Indiana is $21.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.00 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Central Indiana is 2.3% below the national median of $46,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Central Indiana?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $37,120 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,400.