Business & Finance Indianapolis, IN Pop. 887,642

Accountant Salary in Indianapolis, Indiana

The median accountant salary in Indianapolis, IN is $74,288 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Indiana state average.

City Median
$74,288
vs State Avg
+$2,396
vs National
$-5,592
Cost of Living
93%

Accountant Salary in Indianapolis by Experience

In Indianapolis, an entry-level accountant earns around $48,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $111,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$48,360
$-3,640 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$74,400
$-5,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$111,600
$-8,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indianapolis, IN

Percentile Indianapolis
10th Percentile $46,872
25th Percentile $58,311
Median (50th) $74,288
75th Percentile $95,232
90th Percentile $123,504

Accountant Salary in Other Indiana Cities

Carmel, IN
$83,874
Pop. 99,757
Fort Wayne, IN
$67,898
Pop. 263,886
Evansville, IN
$67,099
Pop. 117,429
South Bend, IN
$66,300
Pop. 103,453

How to Become a Accountant in Indianapolis

Education

Most accountant positions require a bachelor's degree. Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

GAAPTax PreparationFinancial AnalysisQuickBooksExcelAuditing

Job Outlook

Nationally, accountant employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Indianapolis may vary based on local industry and population growth.