Indiana Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Indiana. Prices in Indiana were 6.7% below the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 93.3).
Metro Areas in Indiana
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis, IN | 95.7 | -4.3% |
| Indiana (statewide) | 93.3 | -6.7% |
Top Paying Occupations in Indiana
| Occupation | IN Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $126,860 | $159,670 | -$32,810 | — |
| Software Developer | $105,920 | $135,980 | -$30,060 | Indianapolis, IN |
| Registered Nurse | $83,500 | $97,550 | -$14,050 | Indianapolis, IN |
| Financial Analyst | $81,760 | $102,740 | -$20,980 | Indianapolis, IN |
| Electrician | $68,490 | $63,190 | +$5,300 | Indianapolis, IN |
Salary by City — Indiana
4Wages and Prices in Indiana
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Indiana: Indianapolis. BEA's regional price parity for it is 95.7 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 93.3.
Of the occupations featured here, Lawyer has the highest statewide median at $126,860.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Indiana.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Indiana
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $366,190 | $428,230 | 6,760 |
| Pharmacist | $144,290 | $159,930 | 6,430 |
| Marketing Manager | $136,260 | $178,210 | 3,350 |
| Sales Manager | $131,470 | $178,500 | 9,700 |
| HR Manager | $130,340 | $167,540 | 3,030 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,830 | $135,990 | 7,450 |
| Lawyer | $126,860 | $193,420 | 8,970 |
| Network Engineer | $124,190 | $150,100 | 2,030 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $108,720 | $137,510 | 4,190 |
| Operations Manager | $108,170 | $167,830 | 47,180 |
| Construction Manager | $106,390 | $134,350 | 5,450 |
| Software Developer | $105,920 | $135,630 | 14,130 |
| Physical Therapist | $101,560 | $114,800 | 6,130 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $101,420 | $128,960 | 2,260 |
| Actuary | $100,690 | $131,110 | 780 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $99,590 | $127,700 | 8,690 |
| Civil Engineer | $98,270 | $121,550 | 4,030 |
| Occupational Therapist | $97,020 | $104,680 | 3,830 |
| Business Analyst | $95,560 | $124,200 | 11,770 |
| Project Manager | $95,020 | $122,260 | 11,970 |
| Cloud Architect | $93,540 | $118,340 | 3,340 |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,330 | $99,020 | 5,020 |
| Data Scientist | $91,470 | $127,510 | 3,580 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $91,470 | $127,510 | 3,580 |
| Database Administrator | $90,090 | $117,600 | 930 |
| Financial Advisor | $87,710 | $164,000 | 5,400 |
| DevOps Engineer | $84,550 | $104,450 | 4,310 |
| Registered Nurse | $83,500 | $100,410 | 68,980 |
| Financial Analyst | $81,760 | $107,160 | 3,680 |
| Accountant | $77,720 | $100,120 | 25,660 |
| Tax Manager | $77,720 | $100,120 | 25,660 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $77,640 | $84,060 | 5,470 |
| College Professor | $76,390 | $86,440 | 1,340 |
| Plumber | $76,320 | $96,760 | 11,280 |
| Technical Writer | $75,510 | $89,500 | 540 |
| Electrician | $68,490 | $91,290 | 19,020 |
| Investment Banker | $68,290 | $108,150 | 6,460 |
| UX Designer | $63,430 | $85,100 | 1,160 |
| HVAC Technician | $60,430 | $79,220 | 8,530 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,700 | $69,830 | 27,720 |
| School Counselor | $59,260 | $71,860 | 5,610 |
| Paralegal | $57,030 | $74,240 | 5,910 |
| Welder | $49,730 | $60,710 | 13,280 |
| Medical Assistant | $45,110 | $47,290 | 19,630 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Indiana?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Lawyer has the highest statewide median in Indiana at $126,860 per year, followed by Software Developer at $105,920. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Indiana compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Indiana at 93.3 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 6.7% below the national level. For the metro area covered here: Indianapolis, IN 95.7.