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Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner
Ascension Health · Carmel, IN
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Nurse Practitioner jobs in Carmel, IN
Nurse Practitioners in the Carmel area earn a median of $62.96 per hour, about $130,950 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $59.78 and $66.35. That ranks 101st of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 123rd of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Carmel. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Carmel.
- $62.96median pay per hour, Indianapolis
- $60–$66typical range per hour
- 2,800nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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4 more open roles from employers in Carmel. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Ascension Health · Carmel, IN
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Gastroenterology NP / PA
Ascension Health · Carmel, IN
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Advanced Heart Failure NP / PA
Ascension Health · Carmel, IN
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Nurse Practitioner pay in Carmel, IN
The metro median is 2% above the Indiana statewide median of $61.67 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 2,800 nurse practitioners employed in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area, 2.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.28).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $49.94 | $103,880 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $59.78 | $124,340 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $62.96 | $130,950 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $66.35 | $138,010 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $82.66 | $171,930 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Carmel ranks
- 101st of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 123rd of 336 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, Nurse Practitioners (SOC 29-1171), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $62.96 median hour buys what $65.79 buys at the national price level, 6% 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.
Estimate your Carmel paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,267
- Per year: $113,328
- Per month: $9,444
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Carmel
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $133 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
Travel nurse practitioner assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. 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).
Open Nurse Practitioner roles in Indiana
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Hospice Nurse Practitioner (NP) PRN
Amedisys · Richmond, IN
$50.00–$55.00/ hour
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Nurse Practitioner- General Surgery
Veterans Health Administration · Fort Wayne, IN
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Hospitals in Carmel
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Carmel, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent Heart Center Carmel, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Indiana University Health North Hospital Carmel, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent Carmel Carmel, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Franciscan Health Orthopedic Hospital Carmel Carmel, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Hamilton County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Hamilton County (1 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.
Nurse Practitioner pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield, IN | 5 mi | $62.96/hr | 62,994 |
| Noblesville, IN | 9 mi | $62.96/hr | 75,239 |
| Kokomo, IN | 34 mi | $56.10/hr | 60,093 |
| Muncie, IN | 43 mi | $62.92/hr | 65,320 |
| Lafayette, IN | 48 mi | $60.19/hr | 71,757 |
| Columbus, IN | 54 mi | $60.96/hr | 51,970 |
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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 nurse practitioners make in Carmel, IN?
Nurse Practitioners in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area have a median pay of $62.96 per hour, about $130,950 a year. The middle half earn between $59.78 and $66.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Carmel a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood ranks 123rd of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 101st of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners work in Carmel?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Carmel, led by St Vincent Heart Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Carmel as a nurse practitioner?
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 Carmel in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Hamilton 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 Carmel?
The federal per diem benchmark in Carmel is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Apogee Medical Group, Indiana, PCElkhart, IN · 1 wage offer$76.92/ hr$77–$77
- Parkview Health System, Inc.Fort Wayne, IN · 1 wage offer$50.25/ hr$50–$50
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- Hospice Nurse Practitioner (NP) PRNPer diem$50.00–$55.00/ hour
- Nurse Practitioner- General SurgeryPermanent$124k–$173k/ year
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