PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
Amedisys · Bloomington, IN
$28.00–$38.00/ hour
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Elkhart, IN
Pay for licensed practical nurses in the Elkhart area centers on $31.27 per hour, or about $65,040 a year. The lower quarter earns under $28.69 and the upper quarter over $34.16. That ranks 88th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 47th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Elkhart. The free report below lists employers near Elkhart and what they pay.
- $31.27median pay per hour, Elkhart
- $29–$34typical range per hour
- 300licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Elkhart, IN
The metro median is 2% above the Indiana statewide median of $30.62 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 300 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Elkhart-Goshen metro area, 2.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.57).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.00 | $47,840 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.69 | $59,680 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.27 | $65,040 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $34.16 | $71,050 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.64 | $74,130 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Elkhart ranks
- 88th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 47th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 12 Indiana metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (SOC 29-2061), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Elkhart
- Overall prices in Elkhart-Goshen run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% below the U.S. average (index 64.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.27 median hour buys what $34.62 buys at the national price level, 16% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,126
- Per year: $56,286
- Per month: $4,690
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Elkhart-Goshen metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Elkhart
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel licensed practical nurse assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Amedisys · Indianapolis, IN
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Hospitals in Elkhart
CMS lists 1 hospital in Elkhart, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart General Hospital Elkhart, IN | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Elkhart County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Elkhart County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mishawaka, IN | 11 mi | $30.66/hr | 51,020 |
| South Bend, IN | 16 mi | $30.66/hr | 103,713 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 45 mi | $30.38/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 56 mi | $29.57/hr | 52,205 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | 60 mi | $29.71/hr | 273,203 |
| Gary, IN | 72 mi | $35.06/hr | 67,555 |
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License and tax basics in Indiana
Indiana is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Indiana license by endorsement.
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Elkhart, IN?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Elkhart-Goshen metro area have a median pay of $31.27 per hour, about $65,040 a year. The middle half earn between $28.69 and $34.16 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Elkhart a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Elkhart-Goshen ranks 47th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 88th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Elkhart?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Elkhart, led by Elkhart General Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Elkhart as a licensed practical nurse?
Indiana is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Indiana license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Elkhart in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Elkhart County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Elkhart?
The federal per diem benchmark in Elkhart is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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