In Indiana, hoist and winch operators earn $38,370 at the median, or about $18.45 an hour. The range runs from $36K at the entry level to $43K for experienced workers.
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Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Indiana. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
Bar chart showing Hoist and Winch Operators salary percentiles in Indiana: 10th percentile $36,010, 25th percentile $36,010, median $38,370, 75th percentile $38,370, 90th percentile $43,190. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Entry-level hoist and winch operators (10th percentile) start around $36K. Mid-career wages sit at $38K. Top earners bring in $43K or more, a $7K spread from bottom to top.
How much do hoist and winch operators make in Indiana?▼
The median is $38,370 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $36,010, and experienced hoist and winch operators can clear $43,190. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $38K enough to live in Indiana?▼
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,642/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,144/month, which eats 43.3% 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 hoist and winch operators 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 hoist and winch operators salary is worth about $41,793 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do hoist and winch operators 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.
