salary$63,640 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Fort Wayne, IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,190per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,790per year
Jobs in the area1,200people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Fort Wayne?
OK. Rent of $1,242 a month takes 23.4% of the median licensed practical nurse salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Fort Wayne, IN?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Fort Wayne, IN area is $63,640 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $51,190 and $75,790.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Fort Wayne?
Typical rent of $1,242 a month takes 23.4% of the median licensed practical nurse salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Fort Wayne, IN metro area.