Broadcast Technicians Salary in Indiana
In Indiana, broadcast technicians earn $39,930 at the median, or about $19.2 an hour. The range runs from $23K at the entry level to $81K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Indiana. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $40K get you in Indiana?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Indiana
Entry-level broadcast technicians (10th percentile) start around $23K. Mid-career wages sit at $40K. Top earners bring in $81K or more, a $59K spread from bottom to top.
Broadcast Technicians salary by metro in Indiana
4 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood | $43K | +8% | 290 |
| Bloomington | $39K | -1% | 40 |
| Fort Wayne | $36K | -9% | 60 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka | $36K | -11% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do broadcast technicians make in Indiana?
The median is $39,930 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $22,690, and experienced broadcast technicians can clear $81,310. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $40K enough to live in Indiana?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,742/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,144/month, which eats 41.7% 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 broadcast technicians 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 broadcast technicians salary is worth about $43,492 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do broadcast technicians 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.