salary$65,240 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,970per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,680per year
Jobs in the area610people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford South Bend?
OK. Rent of $1,284 a month takes 23.6% 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 South Bend, IN?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI area is $65,240 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $51,970 and $77,680.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in South Bend?
Typical rent of $1,284 a month takes 23.6% 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 South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI metro area.