SOC 25-9099 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other — Northern Indiana
Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area · 3 metro areas compared
At $18,920, this is one of the lower medians recorded for Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other, 62.8% beneath the national figure of $50,890.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $18,920, this is one of the lower medians recorded for Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other, 62.8% beneath the national figure of $50,890. Pay ranges from under $18,920 at the tenth percentile to more than $63,130 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $18,920 to $30,800.
Within the state, Fort Wayne records the highest median at $48,530. Of the 409 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 409th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $18,920 | −62.8% |
| 25th | $18,920 | −62.8% |
| Median (50th) | $18,920 | −62.8% |
| 75th | $30,800 | −39.5% |
| 90th | $63,130 | +24.1% |
| Mean | $28,230 | −44.5% |
Other metro areas in Indiana
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fort Wayne | $48,530 | 40 | |
| 2 | Indianapolis | $39,800 | 80 | |
| 3 | South Bend | $31,230 | 70 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Northern Indiana run 6.7% below the national average, so the median of $18,920 goes as far as $20,279 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 60.2% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$18,920as reported by BLSLocal price level
93.3US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$20,279US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $18,920 a year, 62.8% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $18,920 to $63,130 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Fort Wayne, at $48,530.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other in Northern Indiana, IN?
The median annual wage is $18,920, or $9.10 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $50,890, so pay in Northern Indiana, IN is 62.8% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in Northern Indiana, IN earns more than $63,130 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $18,920 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Fort Wayne, at $48,530 per year.
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.
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