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 Indianapolis?
OK. Rent of $1,465 a month takes 26.2% 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 Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis?
Typical rent of $1,465 a month takes 26.2% 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 Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area.