Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Indiana
Licensed Practical Nurses in Indiana earn a median of $65,720 a year, or $31.60 an hour. That ranks Indiana #21 of 51 states and is $1,320 more than the national median.
- Median / year
- $65,720
- Median / hour
- $31.60
- Employed
- 14,480
- National rank
- #21of 51
Pay range in Indiana
Licensed Practical Nurse pay by Indiana metro area
| Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $78,070 | 11,420 |
| Kokomo, IN | $67,240 | 140 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $67,200 | 4,230 |
| Elkhart-Goshen, IN | $65,860 | 310 |
| Michigan City-La Porte, IN | $65,250 | 150 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI | $65,240 | 610 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | $65,160 | 330 |
| Evansville, IN | $64,700 | 680 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $64,460 | 2,850 |
| Muncie, IN | $64,330 | 300 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $64,180 | 6,400 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $63,640 | 1,200 |
| Bloomington, IN | $63,200 | 310 |
| Terre Haute, IN | $62,460 | 400 |
| Columbus, IN | $62,400 | 170 |
FAQ
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Indiana?
The median annual wage is $65,720 ($31.60 per hour), according to the BLS for May 2025. That is $1,320 above the U.S. median of $64,400.
What do entry-level LPNs make in Indiana?
The lowest-paid 10% of Indiana LPNs earned $50,550 or less ($24.30/hour), a reasonable estimate for new graduates.
Where do LPNs earn the most in Indiana?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN has the highest metro median at $78,070.
How many LPNs work in Indiana?
About 14,480 LPNs were employed in Indiana in May 2025.