Salaries in Fort Wayne, IN metro area
Typical pay for 443 jobs in the Fort Wayne, IN metro area. The median for all workers is $47,700 a year ($22.93 an hour). Click a job for its full pay range.
Median pay, all jobs
$47,700
Median hourly
$22.93
Workers
225,520
vs U.S. median
-6%
Highest paying jobs in Fort Wayne, IN
| Job | Median salary | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $388,320 | 710 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200+ | 90 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $225,750 | 70 |
| Chief Executive | $213,720 | 60 |
| Dentists, General | $183,590 | 120 |
| Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $159,620 | 50 |
| Pharmacist | $152,530 | 430 |
| Marketing Manager | $140,270 | 280 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $138,350 | 540 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $134,010 | 320 |
| Physician Assistant | $131,400 | 240 |
| Financial Manager | $130,900 | 920 |
| Optometrist | $129,390 | 60 |
| Actuary | $128,290 | 60 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,050 | 820 |
Most common jobs in Fort Wayne, IN
| Job | Workers | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators | 8,260 | $48,120 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 6,900 | $28,360 |
| Registered Nurse | 6,450 | $79,630 |
| Retail Salesperson | 5,860 | $31,200 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 5,800 | $37,860 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 4,840 | $35,090 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 4,590 | $35,690 |
| Cashier | 4,440 | $29,590 |
| Office Clerks, General | 4,250 | $45,140 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 4,210 | $59,050 |
| Nursing Assistant | 3,610 | $37,210 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 3,490 | $36,500 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 3,150 | $28,650 |
| Customer Service Representative | 3,020 | $45,200 |
| General and Operations Managers | 2,930 | $107,780 |
Compare with statewide pay: salaries in Indiana.
All 443 jobs by category
Management Occupations (27)Business and Financial Operations Occupations (26)Computer and Mathematical Occupations (17)Architecture and Engineering Occupations (18)Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations (10)Community and Social Service Occupations (13)Legal Occupations (3)Educational Instruction and Library Occupations (31)Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations (19)Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (37)Healthcare Support Occupations (14)Protective Service Occupations (15)Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations (13)Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations (7)Personal Care and Service Occupations (15)Sales and Related Occupations (16)Office and Administrative Support Occupations (40)Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations (3)Construction and Extraction Occupations (23)Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (28)Production Occupations (51)Transportation and Material Moving Occupations (17)
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Actuary | $128,290 | $61.68 | 60 |
| Computer Network Architect | $97,340 | $46.80 | 100 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $78,440 | $37.71 | 360 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $82,860 | $39.84 | 90 |
| Computer Programmer | $87,630 | $42.13 | n/a |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $90,300 | $43.41 | 650 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $50,630 | $24.34 | 930 |
| Data Scientist | $94,470 | $45.42 | 270 |
| Database Administrator | $82,560 | $39.69 | 50 |
| Database Architect | $103,830 | $49.92 | 30 |
| Information Security Analyst | $97,000 | $46.63 | 130 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $82,250 | $39.55 | 310 |
| Operations Research Analyst | $68,010 | $32.70 | 100 |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $48.83 | 810 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $79,710 | $38.32 | 80 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $70,270 | $33.79 | 100 |
| Web Developer | $72,180 | $34.70 | 50 |
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | $79,750 | $38.34 | 170 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $57,110 | $27.46 | 160 |
| Calibration Technologists and Technicians | $51,310 | $24.67 | 60 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $58,460 | $28.11 | 40 |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $42.75 | 250 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $61,860 | $29.74 | 140 |
| Electrical Engineer | $100,780 | $48.45 | 370 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $101,570 | $48.83 | 60 |
| Engineers, All Other | $107,720 | $51.79 | 80 |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $63,260 | $30.41 | 220 |
| Industrial Engineer | $91,000 | $43.75 | 900 |
| Landscape Architect | $67,990 | $32.69 | 40 |
| Materials Engineer | $99,640 | $47.90 | 50 |
| Mechanical Drafter | $64,820 | $31.17 | 80 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $64,490 | $31.01 | 100 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $95,310 | $45.82 | 560 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $58,090 | $27.93 | 40 |
| Surveyor | $84,800 | $40.77 | 60 |
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Technician | $46,060 | $22.15 | 80 |
| Chemist | $78,860 | $37.91 | 60 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $82,660 | $39.74 | 150 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $62,710 | $30.15 | 40 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $61,090 | $29.37 | 40 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $72,510 | $34.86 | 30 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $83,440 | $40.12 | 230 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | $59,720 | $28.71 | 90 |
| School Psychologist | $68,370 | $32.87 | 50 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $75,240 | $36.17 | 70 |
Community and Social Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $50,490 | $24.27 | 390 |
| Clergy | $60,360 | $29.02 | 90 |
| Community Health Worker | $48,970 | $23.55 | 90 |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $59,580 | $28.65 | 330 |
| Health Education Specialist | $61,460 | $29.55 | 130 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $66,090 | $31.77 | 420 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $53,560 | $25.75 | 30 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $54,610 | $26.25 | 130 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $71,300 | $34.28 | 160 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $36,890 | $17.74 | 90 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $43,870 | $21.09 | 1,110 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $74,510 | $35.82 | 100 |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | $59,250 | $28.48 | 740 |
Legal Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $159,620 | $76.74 | 50 |
| Lawyer | $126,520 | $60.83 | 510 |
| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | $58,870 | $28.30 | 490 |
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio and Video Technicians | $50,130 | $24.10 | n/a |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $48,340 | $23.24 | 40 |
| Broadcast Technician | $37,980 | $18.26 | 70 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $38,840 | — | 330 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designers | $67,810 | $32.60 | 30 |
| Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners | $66,160 | $31.81 | 40 |
| Editor | $50,810 | $24.43 | 60 |
| Floral Designer | $36,080 | $17.35 | 50 |
| Graphic Designer | $52,280 | $25.14 | 270 |
| Interior Designer | $61,110 | $29.38 | 80 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $44,000 | $21.16 | 70 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $39,980 | $19.22 | 200 |
| Musicians and Singers | — | $41.95 | n/a |
| Photographer | $36,900 | $17.74 | 100 |
| Producers and Directors | $57,260 | $27.53 | 80 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $70,410 | $33.85 | 310 |
| Technical Writer | $60,480 | $29.08 | 40 |
| Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials | $41,010 | — | n/a |
| Writers and Authors | $63,640 | $30.60 | 50 |
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant | $48,670 | $23.40 | 630 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $46,560 | $22.39 | 80 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $35,090 | $16.87 | 4,840 |
| Massage Therapist | $54,470 | $26.19 | 120 |
| Medical Assistant | $45,220 | $21.74 | 1,760 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $38,780 | $18.64 | 140 |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,210 | $17.89 | 3,610 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $73,130 | $35.16 | 100 |
| Orderly | $35,830 | $17.22 | 40 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $35,110 | $16.88 | 50 |
| Phlebotomist | $37,550 | $18.05 | 100 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $29,930 | $14.39 | 50 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,360 | $29.98 | 230 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $35,930 | $17.28 | 170 |
Protective Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $57,700 | $27.74 | 350 |
| Crossing Guards and Flaggers | $40,000 | $19.23 | 100 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $74,820 | $35.97 | 90 |
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $36.47 | 420 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers | $76,420 | $36.74 | 40 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $92,310 | $44.38 | 130 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $95,400 | $45.87 | 100 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | $66,720 | $32.08 | 90 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $28,720 | $13.81 | 270 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $79,210 | $38.08 | 820 |
| Private Detectives and Investigators | $39,220 | $18.86 | 40 |
| Protective Service Workers, All Other | $47,180 | $22.68 | 40 |
| School Bus Monitor | $32,340 | $15.55 | 100 |
| Security Guard | $35,140 | $16.89 | 1,240 |
| Transportation Security Screener | $63,130 | $30.35 | 50 |
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartender | $23,010 | $11.06 | 850 |
| Chefs and Head Cooks | $49,490 | $23.79 | 120 |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $36,300 | $17.45 | 800 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $34,490 | $16.58 | 2,030 |
| Cooks, Short Order | $30,240 | $14.54 | 170 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $29,640 | $14.25 | 620 |
| Dishwasher | $28,710 | $13.80 | 450 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,360 | $13.63 | 6,900 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $45,500 | $21.88 | 1,570 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $30,850 | $14.83 | 900 |
| Food Servers, Nonrestaurant | $35,190 | $16.92 | 440 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $25,920 | $12.46 | 680 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $28,650 | $13.78 | 3,150 |
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $49,810 | $23.95 | 170 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | $62,280 | $29.94 | 160 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $36,500 | $17.55 | 3,490 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $38,010 | $18.27 | 1,410 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $31,040 | $14.92 | 610 |
| Pest Control Worker | $37,630 | $18.09 | 100 |
| Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation | $46,860 | $22.53 | 90 |
Personal Care and Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $27,060 | $13.01 | 450 |
| Animal Caretaker | $29,510 | $14.19 | 380 |
| Childcare Worker | $30,050 | $14.45 | 680 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $30,630 | $14.73 | 500 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services | $45,370 | $21.81 | 140 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $45,860 | $22.05 | 110 |
| Funeral Attendant | $35,360 | $17.00 | 80 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $29,950 | $14.40 | 470 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $35,570 | $17.10 | 40 |
| Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers | $61,630 | $29.63 | 30 |
| Recreation Worker | $29,980 | $14.42 | 460 |
| Residential Advisor | $38,710 | $18.61 | 100 |
| Skincare Specialist | $39,940 | $19.20 | 60 |
| Tour and Travel Guides | $31,280 | $15.04 | 60 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $31,930 | $15.35 | 170 |
Sales and Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising Sales Agent | $58,070 | $27.92 | 140 |
| Cashier | $29,590 | $14.23 | 4,440 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $36,630 | $17.61 | 610 |
| Demonstrators and Product Promoters | $32,010 | $15.39 | 70 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $86,400 | $41.54 | 210 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $48,620 | $23.37 | 1,490 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $49,210 | $23.66 | 750 |
| Parts Salesperson | $38,050 | $18.29 | 490 |
| Real Estate Sales Agent | $48,810 | $23.47 | 260 |
| Retail Salesperson | $31,200 | $15.00 | 5,860 |
| Sales and Related Workers, All Other | $40,310 | $19.38 | 50 |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | $60,750 | $29.21 | 1,370 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $71,330 | $34.30 | 2,490 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $95,990 | $46.15 | 180 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $73,090 | $35.14 | 310 |
| Travel Agent | $47,610 | $22.89 | 40 |
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Equipment Operator | $45,470 | $21.86 | 70 |
| Agricultural Inspector | $61,440 | $29.54 | 30 |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $37,720 | $18.13 | 40 |
Construction and Extraction Occupations
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airfield Operations Specialist | $31,770 | $15.28 | 40 |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $36,200 | $17.41 | 260 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $48,020 | $23.09 | 740 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $34,070 | $16.38 | 600 |
| Driver/Sales Worker | $33,290 | $16.01 | 980 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | $61,850 | $29.74 | 1,060 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $59,050 | $28.39 | 4,210 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $43,850 | $21.08 | 1,550 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $37,860 | $18.20 | 5,800 |
| Light Truck Driver | $43,650 | $20.98 | 1,760 |
| Machine Feeders and Offbearers | $37,410 | $17.98 | 230 |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $28,530 | $13.71 | 50 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $36,630 | $17.61 | 950 |
| Parking Attendant | $32,080 | $15.42 | 170 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors | $58,650 | $28.20 | 170 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $31,270 | $15.03 | 310 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $35,690 | $17.16 | 4,590 |