Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay in Indiana
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Indiana earn an average of $75,300 a year. That is $9,010 (14%) more than the U.S. average of $66,290. The best-paying metro area is Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN at $96,370.
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Average pay for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators by metro area. Swipe to see all 15.
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Indiana vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $66,290 | $31.87 |
| Indiana | $75,300 | $36.20 |
| Illinois | $90,500 | $43.51 |
| Ohio | $71,830 | $34.54 |
| Michigan | $66,920 | $32.17 |
| Kentucky | $59,320 | $28.52 |
Related jobs in Indiana
- Construction Laborers$54,060
- Electricians$70,820
- Carpenters$64,950
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$75,660
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance$53,000
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$60,360
Average pay, Indiana, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do operating engineers and other construction equipment operators make in Indiana?
The average is $75,300 a year, and the median is $79,580. That is $9,010 (14%) more than the U.S. average of $66,290.
What is the hourly wage in Indiana?
$36.20 an hour on average; the median is $38.26.
Where in Indiana do they earn the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($96,370), followed by Michigan City-La Porte, IN ($84,420). The lowest average among 15 metro areas with data is Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN ($65,240).
How does Indiana rank?
Indiana ranks #15 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.