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Lodging Managers
SOC 11-9081 · Business, Finance, Sales & Administration
jobs in Hamilton County, 2026
estimated openings each year
median pay in Hamilton County
projected job growth
Source: Lightcast Q1 2026 occupation snapshot, Hamilton County, IN.
What this job pays in the Indianapolis area
Half of workers earn more than the median, half earn less. The range below runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile.
| Point in the range | Per year | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $46,130 | $22.18 |
| 25th percentile | $57,660 | $27.72 |
| Median (middle) | $74,760 | $35.94 |
| 75th percentile | $89,600 | $43.08 |
| 90th percentile | $106,700 | $51.30 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 release, Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood MSA. These are metro figures; BLS does not publish a Hamilton County wage by occupation. "Not published" means the federal source suppressed or top-coded that value.
What you need to get started
Most common education: A bachelor's degree (a 4-year college program).
How much preparation: A lot of preparation. Usually a four-year degree or several years of experience.
Source: O*NET 30.2 database, U.S. Department of Labor (pinned vintage; survey rows dated 2021 to 2024).
Where this role can lead
Occupations that ask for much the same skills and typically pay more, with how pay compares. These are skills matches, not a record of individual people moving.
| Occupation | Match score | Monthly postings | Typical pay change |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | 76 of 100 | 38.8 | +$3,006 per year (about +5%) |
| General and Operations Managers | 75 of 100 | 48.0 | +$36,993 per year (about +62%) |
| Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling | 69 of 100 | 1.5 | +$14,964 per year (about +25%) |
| Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers | 67 of 100 | 16.3 | -$1,152 per year |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | 67 of 100 | 4.6 | +$35,528 per year (about +59%) |
| Personal Service Managers, All Other | 66 of 100 | 6.7 | -$5,383 per year (about -9%) |
| Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks | 64 of 100 | 14.8 | -$1,607 per year |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | 64 of 100 | 16.5 | +$15,001 per year (about +25%) |
Common paths into this role
Occupations whose skills line up with Lodging Managers and that typically pay less, so they are a common place to build from. Matched on skills, not on anyone's recorded move.
| Occupation | Match score | Monthly postings | Typical pay change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks | 90 of 100 | 14.9 | -$28,403 per year (about -47%) |
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | 80 of 100 | 2.1 | -$12,049 per year (about -20%) |
| Concierges | 80 of 100 | 8.5 | -$19,222 per year (about -32%) |
| Baggage Porters and Bellhops | 79 of 100 | 0.2 | -$25,897 per year (about -43%) |
| First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | 76 of 100 | 38.8 | +$3,006 per year (about +5%) |
| Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel Clerks | 74 of 100 | 0.5 | -$18,274 per year (about -30%) |
| Food Service Managers | 69 of 100 | 47.2 | -$7,173 per year (about -12%) |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | 68 of 100 | n/a | -$29,508 per year (about -49%) |
Occupations whose skills point toward this role
Recommended next moves
Moves with real local demand and a meaningful pay gain.
| Move to | Pay gain per year | Monthly postings |
|---|---|---|
| General and Operations Managers | +$36,993 (about +62%) | 48.0 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | +$35,528 (about +59%) | 4.6 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | +$15,001 (about +25%) | 16.5 |
| Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers | +$-1,152 | 16.3 |
| Food Service Managers | +$-7,173 | 47.2 |
Source: Lightcast Career Pathways, Q1 2026, Indianapolis MSA (network built July 2026 from 64 exports).
Local training that can get you there
- Ivy Tech Community College
Post-secondary
Associate degrees, certificates, workforce credentials across IT, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, business, skilled trades. - The Pursuit Institute (TPI)
K-12 CTE
K-12 CTE consortium serving all 6 Hamilton County school corps. 9 career pathways, 15 TPI-managed programs, 450+ courses. Advanced manufacturing, healthcare, business/finance, education, agriculture, info tech, hospitality, engineering. - Manager Development Lab (MDL)
Management Development
IHC + IU Tobias Leadership Center cohort program. First-line manager development for Hamilton County employers.
Source: IHC program registry, curated April 2026. Programs decide their own eligibility and enrollment.
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