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Museum Curator Salary in Indiana

The median museum curator salary in Indiana is $54,099 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $60,110.

Median Salary

$54,099

vs National

$-6,011

State Rank

#34 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Museum Curator Salary in Indiana by Experience

In Indiana, an entry-level museum curator earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $82,800 per year. The cost of living index in Indiana is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$34,200

$-3,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$55,800

$-6,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$82,800

$-9,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indiana

Percentile	IN Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$31,500	$35,000	$-3,500
25th Percentile	$39,600	$44,000	$-4,400
Median (50th)	$54,099	$60,110	$-6,011
75th Percentile	$70,200	$78,000	$-7,800
90th Percentile	$88,200	$98,000	$-9,800

Museum Curator Salary by City in Indiana

The largest employment areas for museum curators in Indiana include Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, and South Bend. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Indianapolis, IN

$55,902

Pop. 887,642 · COL 93%

Fort Wayne, IN

$51,094

Pop. 263,886 · COL 85%

Evansville, IN

$50,492

Pop. 117,429 · COL 84%

South Bend, IN

$49,891

Pop. 103,453 · COL 83%

Carmel, IN

$63,116

Pop. 99,757 · COL 105%

How to Become a Museum Curator in Indiana

Education

Most museum curator positions require a master's degree. Indiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Collection ManagementExhibition DesignArt HistoryResearchGrant WritingPublic Programming

Job Outlook in Indiana

Nationally, museum curator employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Indiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.