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Crane and Tower Operators average salary by city in Indiana
- Indianapolis$69,240
- Evansville$66,530
- Elkhart$57,730
- South Bend$55,660
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis | $69,240 | $72,020 | $44,670 | $54,115 | 96 |
| Evansville | $66,530 | $64,100 | $64,070 | $52,849 | 92 |
| Elkhart | $57,730 | $50,550 | $48,170 | $45,730 | 90 |
| South Bend | $55,660 | $49,440 | $48,100 | $44,306 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Indianapolis's local income tax (2.02%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 53-7021.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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