Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Indiana
Licensed Practical Nurses in Indiana earn a median of $30.62 per hour, about $63,690 a year, 2% above the U.S. median of $29.97. The middle half earn between $28.42 and $33.68 per hour. The highest median among Indiana metro areas is in Elkhart-Goshen, IN, at $31.27 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $30.62median pay per hour
- $63,690median pay per year
- 14,680employed in Indiana
- #21of 50 states by median pay
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Indiana: percentiles
| Level | Indiana per hour | Indiana per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.87 | $49,650 | $23.06 |
| Lower quartile | $28.42 | $59,110 | $26.55 |
| Median | $30.62 | $63,690 | $29.97 |
| Upper quartile | $33.68 | $70,050 | $35.17 |
| Top 10% | $36.06 | $75,000 | $38.71 |
Licensed Practical Nurse pay by metro area in Indiana
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Indiana median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart-Goshen, IN | $31.27 | $65,040 | 300 | 2% above | $34.62 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $31.23 | $64,950 | 4,920 | 2% above | $32.63 |
| Kokomo, IN | $31.21 | $64,920 | 140 | 2% above | $34.81 |
| Muncie, IN | $30.76 | $63,970 | 310 | in line with | $34.90 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | $30.71 | $63,870 | 320 | in line with | $32.87 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI | $30.66 | $63,770 | 580 | in line with | $33.02 |
| Evansville, IN | $29.83 | $62,050 | 630 | 3% below | $32.59 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $29.71 | $61,790 | 1,210 | 3% below | $32.09 |
| Bloomington, IN | $29.42 | $61,190 | 290 | 4% below | $30.94 |
| Michigan City-La Porte, IN | $29.37 | $61,100 | 160 | 4% below | $32.03 |
| Terre Haute, IN | $28.94 | $60,200 | 410 | 5% below | $32.96 |
| Columbus, IN | $28.11 | $58,460 | 200 | 8% below | $30.22 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
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What employers are posting in Indiana
- 3roles with published pay
- $34.50median pay per hour
- $29–$39typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Amedisys | 3 | $34.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 3 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Indiana?
The median is $30.62 per hour, about $63,690 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $23.87 and the top 10% earn over $36.06 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Indiana city pays licensed practical nurses the most?
Among Indiana metro areas, Elkhart-Goshen, IN has the highest median at $31.27 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Indiana rank for licensed practical nurse pay?
Indiana ranks 21st of 50 states by median licensed practical nurse pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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