Bakers Salary in Indiana
In Indiana, bakers earn $36,350 at the median — $17.48 an hour. The range runs from $24K at the entry level to $46K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Indiana. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $36K get you in Indiana?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Indiana
Entry-level bakers (10th percentile) start around $24K. Mid-career wages sit at $36K. Top earners bring in $46K or more, a $22K spread from bottom to top.
Bakers salary by metro in Indiana
10 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan City-La Porte | $38K | +6% | 130 |
| Elkhart-Goshen | $37K | +1% | 170 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood | $37K | +1% | 950 |
| Evansville | $37K | +1% | 160 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka | $37K | +1% | 250 |
| Fort Wayne | $34K | -5% | 200 |
| Bloomington | $34K | -7% | 60 |
| Kokomo | $33K | -9% | 30 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette | $33K | -10% | 100 |
| Terre Haute | $32K | -11% | 40 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bakers make in Indiana?
The median is $36,350 a year, that works out to about $17 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $24,140, and experienced bakers can clear $46,370. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $36K enough to live in Indiana?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,511/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,144/month, which eats 45.6% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bakers salary go in Indiana?
Indiana has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bakers salary is worth about $39,593 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bakers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.