May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Southern Indiana
Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area
397 occupations
Across 397 occupations with published wages in Southern Indiana, physicians, all other record the highest median at $370,710 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Southern Indiana
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators | 9,020 | $46,270 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 6,060 | $28,140 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 5,950 | $36,590 |
| Cashiers | 5,210 | $28,030 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 4,810 | $57,090 |
| Retail Salespersons | 4,470 | $30,840 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 4,120 | $35,020 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 3,770 | $34,800 |
| Office Clerks, General | 3,740 | $41,600 |
| Registered Nurses | 3,140 | $80,760 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $21,910 | 70 |
| Bartenders | $22,500 | 780 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $23,720 | 390 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $24,660 | 2,010 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $26,850 | 80 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $27,230 | 690 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $27,720 | 470 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $27,850 | 520 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $28,030 | 370 |
| Cashiers | $28,030 | 5,210 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.