Registered Nurse Salary in Indiana

Compare live registered nurse pay signals and active healthcare openings in Indiana.

Generated from 38 active jobs and 5 listed-pay samples in this market.

Average salary

$106,949

Hourly average

$51.42/hr

Low

$97,604

High

$113,320

Vs national

+9%

Salary distribution

Mean, median, and range in Indiana

5 pay samples
Low $97,604
Median $111,595
Mean $106,949
High $113,320
Low sample$97,604
Median$111,595
Mean$106,949
High sample$113,320

Purchasing power

Salary vs cost of living

Local salary$106,949
National benchmark$98,430
Purchasing power$109,132

Because local costs are lower, this salary can feel closer to this amount in an average-cost city.

Local average$106,949
National benchmark$98,430
Benchmark sourceBLS OEWS May 2025
Estimated local cost level98 cents per national $1
Purchasing power$109,132
Estimated rent share12 cents of each gross-pay dollar

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Does Indiana pay stretch further?

Compare Registered Nurse pay with local cost levels included.

Here

$106,949 adjusted

Compared with

$84,571 adjusted

RN Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level

0-2 years

$87,698

$77,003$96,254

Mid Level

3-5 years

$106,949

$96,254$117,644

Experienced

6-10 years

$120,852

$109,088$132,617

Senior

10+ years

$139,034

$124,061$155,076

What Affects RN Pay in Indiana?

Shift Differentials

  • Day ShiftBase pay
  • Evening Shift+$2-4/hr
  • Night Shift+$4-8/hr
  • Weekend+$3-6/hr

Location Factors

  • Rural areas may offer higher pay due to staffing shortages.
  • Hospital systems typically pay more than private clinics.
  • Travel RN positions offer premium rates.
  • Cost-of-living adjustments can improve purchasing power.

RN Benefits & Top Employers in Indiana

Common Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision benefits vary by employer
  • Shift differential opportunities may be available
  • Sign-on and relocation incentives vary by facility
  • Continuing education or certification support may be available

Market summary

Registered Nurse pay in Indiana is estimated from live JibJob openings with listed compensation. Use this guide to compare pay alongside current employer demand before applying.

This generated salary page requires at least 10 active jobs and 3 usable salary samples in the market, so low-inventory role and city combinations are not published.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Registered Nurse salary in Indiana?
The current JibJob estimate for Registered Nurse roles in Indiana is based on 5 listed-pay job samples across 38 active openings.
Are Registered Nurse jobs hiring in Indiana?
Yes. JibJob is currently tracking 38 active registered nurse openings in Indiana.

Data Sources & Methodology

The data presented on this page is compiled from multiple authoritative sources to provide accurate and up-to-date information about healthcare careers and cost of living.

Last updated: 2026-07-04T01:31:34.287Z

Salary data represents averages and may vary based on experience, employer, and specific position. Cost of living indices are relative to the national average of 100.