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Labor & Delivery Travel Nurse Salary in Indiana

Calculate your take-home pay as a Labor & Delivery travel nurse in Indiana. L&D travel nurses care for mothers and newborns during labor, delivery, and postpartum periods.

Last updated: February 21, 2026

Average Hourly Rate

$44/hr

Labor & Delivery in IN

Weekly Gross Pay

$1,764

Before taxes

Annual Potential

$91,728

Working full-time

Calculate Your Labor & Delivery Pay in Indiana

Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay as a Labor & Delivery travel nurse in Indiana. Enter your contract details to see your true discretionary income after cost of living adjustments.

Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown

Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.

Excellent: Your housing stipend matches or exceeds the GSA maximum for Indiana ($686/week). This is the maximum tax-free amount.
Effective Tax Rate27.2%
Federal: 24%
State: 3.23%

Same state assignment. You'll pay 3.23% state tax plus 24% federal tax.

Overtime (Optional)

Blended Hourly Rate

$72.53

Based on 36 hours in IN.

Gross Weekly Pay

$2,611

Taxable Weekly Income

$1,512

Estimated Weekly Taxes

$412

True Net Weekly Pay

$2,199

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Assignment Projections

13-Week Assignment

$28,591

Net Pay

26-Week Assignment

$57,181

Net Pay

Annual (52 weeks)

$114,363

Net Pay

Take Home vs Taxes

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Take Home

$2,199

per week

Taxes

$412

per week

Total Gross: $2,611 per week

🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis

Your Weekly Housing Stipend

$686

$2,970/month

Est. 1BR Rent in Indiana

$900

Monthly average

Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money

+$2,070

Your stipend covers rent with $2,070 left over each month.

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Cost of Living Analysis in Indiana

Monthly Net Income:$9,523
Average 1BR Rent:$900
True Discretionary Income:$8,623

After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses

Cost of Living Index:87.9

National average = 100. Indiana's cost of living is lower than the national average by 12.1 points.

💡 Lower cost of living area. Your pay may go further here than in expensive cities.

Housing Cost: Low

Utilities: Low

Rent data based on 2025 market averages. Actual rent may vary by neighborhood and housing type.

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GSA Rates & Tax-Free Stipends in Indiana

Labor & Delivery travel nurses in Indiana receive the same tax-free stipend rates as other specialties. The specialty premium is reflected in your higher taxable hourly rate.

Lodging

$98/night

Meals & Incidentals

$64/day

Weekly Stipend Max

$1,134

Requirements for Labor & Delivery Travel Nurses in Indiana

Labor & Delivery Certifications

  • BLS
  • NRP
  • 2+ years L&D experience
  • AWHONN preferred

Indiana Licensing

Compact State Yes
License Cost $200
Processing Time 2-4 weeks

Tax & Cost of Living in Indiana

Tax Information

State Income Tax 3.23%
Tax-Friendly Yes

Cost of Living

COL Index 87.9
vs National Avg 12.099999999999994% lower
Housing Low

Top Hospitals Hiring Labor & Delivery Nurses in Indiana

  • Indiana University Health
  • St. Vincent Hospital
  • Community Health Network

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Labor & Delivery travel nurses make in Indiana?

Labor & Delivery travel nurses in Indiana typically earn between $39 and $56 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $44/hr. This translates to approximately $1,764 per week or $91,728 annually. Labor & Delivery nurses often earn a premium due to specialized skills required.

What are the requirements to work as a Labor & Delivery travel nurse in Indiana?

To work as a Labor & Delivery travel nurse in Indiana, you typically need: BLS, NRP, 2+ years L&D experience, AWHONN preferred. Indiana is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, so if you have a compact license, you can work here without additional state licensing.

What GSA rates apply for Labor & Delivery travel nurses in Indiana?

The GSA per diem rates for Indiana are: Lodging: $98/night, Meals: $59/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts. Labor & Delivery travel nurses receive the same stipend rates as other specialties—the specialty premium is reflected in the higher taxable hourly rate.

Is Indiana a good state for Labor & Delivery travel nurses?

Indiana is relatively tax-friendly for travel nurses. Labor & Delivery nursing has high demand in this state. The cost of living index is 87.9 (below national average).

Which cities in Indiana have the best Labor & Delivery travel nurse jobs?

Popular cities for Labor & Delivery travel nurse assignments in Indiana include: Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville. Major hospitals like Indiana University Health and St. Vincent Hospital frequently hire Labor & Delivery travel nurses. Use our calculator to compare pay and cost of living across these cities.

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