Construction Manager Salary in Indiana: $111,254 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Indiana's 43 metropolitan areas, the average median construction manager pay sits at $111,254/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 11-9021. Because Indiana sits at BEA RPP 91.3 (9% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $121,855 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Kokomo ($127,930), Terre Haute ($112,680), Indianapolis ($109,930).
In Indiana, the average median salary for construction managers is projected to be $111,254 in 2026, which is approximately 6.4% lower than the national median of $118,923. The highest-paying city in the state is Kokomo, offering salaries of $132,305, while Muncie is the lowest with salaries around $88,248. This significant salary gap—over $44,000—can be attributed to factors such as local demand for construction projects, the cost of living in different areas, and the types of projects being managed. Indiana has specific licensing requirements and regulations that shape the role of construction managers, which can affect earning potential. Additionally, the state experiences steady demand for construction professionals driven by urban development and infrastructure projects, contributing to a projected job market growth rate of 3.42% annually. The top five cities for construction manager salaries in Indiana are projected to be Kokomo, Terre Haute at $116,534, Indianapolis at $113,690, Carmel at $112,694, and Elkhart at $111,735. These figures reflect the varied economic conditions and opportunities present in different regions of the state, determining salary ranges for construction management professionals.
Indiana Construction Manager Salary Range
Overall salary range in Indiana: $61,870 (lowest entry-level) to $191,617 (highest top earner)
Indiana vs National Average
Indiana construction managers earn 6.45% less than the national median ($-7,669/year difference).
Indiana Construction Manager Salary Distribution (2026)
Construction Manager salaries in Indiana range from $65,158 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $174,342 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $111,254. The Indiana median is $7,669 below the US national median of $118,923. The average hourly rate is $53.49/hr. Approximately 4,290 construction managers are employed across 43 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$82,743
2025 BLS Actual
$107,575
2026 Current Est.
$111,254
2019–2027 Growth
+39.1%
Salary Trajectory for Construction Managers in Indiana (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 3.42% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $82,743 | Actual |
| 2020 | $87,426 | Actual |
| 2021 | $95,661 | Actual |
| 2022 | $94,384 | Actual |
| 2023 | $98,027 | Actual |
| 2024 | $98,194 | Actual |
| 2025 | $107,575 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $111,254 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $115,059 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Indiana metropolitan area, the median construction manager salary grew 30.0% from $82,743 (2019) to $107,575 (2025). At a 3.42% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $115,059 by 2027 — a total increase of $32,316 (39.06%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Indiana metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 3.42% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Indiana
Lowest Paying Cities in Indiana
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Muncie | $88,248 |
| Munster | $99,940 |
| Avon | $102,096 |
| Brownsburg | $102,825 |
| West Lafayette | $102,942 |
Best Value Cities for Construction Managers in Indiana
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Indiana cities offer the most purchasing power for construction managers.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kokomo | $132,305 | 89.648 | $147,583 |
| Terre Haute | $116,534 | 87.797 | $132,731 |
| Elkhart | $111,735 | 90.325 | $123,703 |
| Carmel | $112,694 | 91.3 | $123,433 |
| Greenwood | $111,330 | 91.3 | $121,939 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Indiana
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $65,158 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $111,254 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $174,342 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Indiana metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 43 Cities in Indiana
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kokomo | $132,305 |
| 2 | Terre Haute | $116,534 |
| 3 | Indianapolis | $113,690 |
| 4 | Carmel | $112,694 |
| 5 | Elkhart | $111,735 |
| 6 | Greenwood | $111,330 |
| 7 | Goshen | $110,157 |
| 8 | Noblesville | $109,823 |
| 9 | Evansville | $109,646 |
| 10 | Fort Wayne | $108,943 |
| 11 | Gary | $108,756 |
| 12 | Fishers | $108,360 |
| 13 | Bloomington | $108,291 |
| 14 | Plainfield | $107,334 |
| 15 | Valparaiso | $107,141 |
| 16 | Westfield | $106,796 |
| 17 | Franklin | $106,779 |
| 18 | Schererville | $106,542 |
| 19 | Anderson | $106,167 |
| 20 | Richmond | $105,699 |
| 21 | Hammond | $105,651 |
| 22 | Columbus | $105,509 |
| 23 | Marion | $104,974 |
| 24 | Portage | $104,915 |
| 25 | East Chicago | $104,865 |
| 26 | New Albany | $104,848 |
| 27 | Jeffersonville | $104,647 |
| 28 | South Bend | $104,630 |
| 29 | Lafayette | $104,578 |
| 30 | Zionsville | $104,351 |
| 31 | Hobart | $104,309 |
| 32 | Merrillville | $104,190 |
| 33 | Granger | $104,157 |
| 34 | Lawrence | $103,913 |
| 35 | Michigan City | $103,751 |
| 36 | Crown Point | $103,483 |
| 37 | Shelbyville | $103,452 |
| 38 | Mishawaka | $103,287 |
| 39 | West Lafayette | $102,942 |
| 40 | Brownsburg | $102,825 |
| 41 | Avon | $102,096 |
| 42 | Munster | $99,940 |
| 43 | Muncie | $88,248 |
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Written by Michael Johnson, MS, CCM
Career Analyst
Michael has 10 years of experience in construction management. He specializes in project scheduling and cost control. He works with a mid-sized general contracting firm.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 3.42% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 construction manager compensation across Indiana. State averages are employment-weighted across 43 metro areas — larger metro areas with more construction managerscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.42%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for construction managers (SOC 11-9021).
Compiled and verified by Michael Johnson, MS, CCM, a licensed construction manager with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov