Machine Feeders and Offbearers Salary in Southern Indiana

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

Median annual salary $36,620 -7.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.61
10th percentile $29,070
90th percentile $45,840
Employed locally 300
National median $39,700

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,070
    25th
    $31,390
    50th (median)
    $36,620
    75th
    $40,700
    90th
    $45,840

    Top-paying metros for Machine Feeders and Offbearers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kansas City, MO-KS $71,910
    Columbus, OH $59,320
    Visalia, CA $55,680
    North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area $54,710
    Lancaster, PA $53,930
    Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV $53,670

    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 Machine Feeders and Offbearers make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Machine Feeders and Offbearers in Southern Indiana is $17.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.46 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Machine Feeders and Offbearers salaries?

    The median Machine Feeders and Offbearers salary in Southern Indiana is 7.8% below the national median of $39,700. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Machine Feeders and Offbearers in Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Machine Feeders and Offbearers (10th percentile) earn around $29,070 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,390.