Registered Nurse Salary in Indiana
A registered nurse in Indiana earns an estimated $87,000 a year ($41.83 an hour). Most workers fall from $59,200 to $126,200, depending on experience and employer.
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Registered Nurse pay in Indiana
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $59,200 | $28.46 |
| Median (estimate) | $87,000 | $41.83 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $126,200 | $60.67 |
| US national median | $93,600 | $45.00 |
The Indiana estimate is 7% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Indiana keeps about $67,425 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,593.25 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Indiana paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Indiana?
About $87,000 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.