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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Hospitality
Indianapolis, IN

Host / Hostess Jobs in Indianapolis

Temp and flexible host / hostess positions in Indianapolis pay $12.00-$16.02/hr — 7% below the national average, with a cost of living 11% below the U.S. baseline.

$12-$16

Per Hour

$560

Weekly (40hrs)

89

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Indianapolis

Logistics
Healthcare
Hospitality
Manufacturing

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1100
Groceries$300
Transport$75
More about Indianapolis

About Host / Hostess Jobs in Indianapolis

Host / Hostesss in Indianapolis earn $12.00-$16.02/hr, below the national average.

Hosts and hostesses are the first point of contact for restaurant guests. They manage reservations, greet customers, coordinate seating, and ensure smooth front-of-house operations.

Most host / hostess positions in Indianapolis are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Host / Hostess Pay: Indianapolis vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Indianapolis, IN$12–$16/hr89$1,100
Columbus, OH$12–$16/hr88$1,200
Chicago, IL$13–$19/hr107$1,700
Cincinnati, OH$12–$15/hr84$1,150
Cleveland, OH$12–$15/hr82$1,000
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Host / Hostess in Indianapolis

2x
Tight Budget
79
Hours to pay rent
49%
Rent / gross income
273
Monthly disposable
2% more affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Indianapolis

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,427
Est. taxes (~22%)-$534
Take-home$1,893
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,100
Groceries + transport$375
Remaining$418

Based on avg Host / Hostess rate of $14.01/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greet and welcome guests warmly
  • Manage reservation system and waitlist
  • Escort guests to tables and present menus
  • Coordinate with servers on table availability
  • Answer phone calls and take reservations

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Customer service
Communication
Organization
Multitasking
Problem solving
Requirements
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Basic computer skills for reservation systems
  • Evening and weekend availability

Earnings Calculator for Indianapolis

Calculate Your Host / Hostess Earningsin Indianapolis
$14/hr
$12/hr$16.02/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$500
Monthly
$2,165
Yearly
$26,000

Includes ~$150/week in estimated tips

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Career Path from Host / Hostess

Host/Hostess

0-1 years

Lead Host

1-2 years

Server

1-3 years

Front of House Manager

3+ years

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Related Resources

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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  • Charlotte, NC$14-$21/hr avg
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