salary$67,200 a year$32 an hour · median pay in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$53,040per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,180per year
Jobs in the area4,230people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Carmel?
Expensive. Rent of $2,004 a month takes 35.8% of the median licensed practical nurse salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Carmel, IN?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN area is $67,200 a year ($32 an hour). Most earn between $53,040 and $77,180.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Carmel?
Typical rent of $2,004 a month takes 35.8% of the median licensed practical nurse salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area.