Machine Feeders and Offbearers Salary in Indiana
The median pay for a machine feeders and offbearers in Indiana is $37,650/year ($18.1/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $31K at the entry level to $49K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Indiana. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $38K get you in Indiana?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Indiana
Entry-level machine feeders and offbearers (10th percentile) start around $31K. Mid-career wages sit at $38K. Top earners bring in $49K or more, a $18K spread from bottom to top.
Machine Feeders and Offbearers salary by metro in Indiana
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $44K | +16% | 110 |
| Elkhart-Goshen | $38K | +2% | 270 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood | $38K | +0% | 780 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka | $37K | -1% | 120 |
| Fort Wayne | $37K | -3% | 270 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette | $36K | -4% | 100 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do machine feeders and offbearers make in Indiana?
The median is $37,650 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,710, and experienced machine feeders and offbearers can clear $48,570. 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 $2,595/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,144/month, which eats 44.1% 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 machine feeders and offbearers 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 machine feeders and offbearers salary is worth about $41,009 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do machine feeders and offbearers 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.