Travel Nurse Pay in Indiana
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Indiana. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Last updated: February 21, 2026
Calculate Your Pay in Indiana
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in Indiana, including cost of living analysis to see your true discretionary income.
Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown
Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.
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
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
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
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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Average Travel Nurse Pay in Indiana
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in Indiana. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$42/hr
Weekly Gross
$1,680
Annual
$87,360
GSA Per Diem Rates for Indiana
Lodging
$98/night
Meals
$59/day
Incidentals
$5/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in Indiana.
Tax Information for Indiana
Cost of Living in Indiana
Cost of Living Index
87.9
Below national average
Housing
Low
Utilities
Low
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Indiana
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in Indiana. Click on any city to see detailed pay information, cost of living, and job opportunities. Use our state comparison tool to compare pay across different states.
Indianapolis
Avg Pay: $44/hr
Est. Rent: $900/mo
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Fort Wayne
Avg Pay: $42/hr
Est. Rent: $900/mo
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Evansville
Avg Pay: $41/hr
Est. Rent: $900/mo
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Indiana Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for Indiana:
ICU
~$46/hr in IN
Very High DemandER
~$45/hr in IN
Very High DemandOR
~$47/hr in IN
High DemandLabor & Delivery
~$44/hr in IN
High DemandMed-Surg
~$42/hr in IN
Very High DemandPACU
~$45/hr in IN
High DemandTop Hospitals in Indiana
- Indiana University Health
- St. Vincent Hospital
- Community Health Network
Nursing License Requirements for Indiana
Cost of Living in Indiana
Average 1BR Rent
$900/mo
Cost of Living Index
87.9
National avg = 100
Housing Cost
Low
Tip: Use our pay calculator to see how your take-home pay compares to the cost of living in Indiana. Consider that rent in Indiana is lower than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in Indiana?
Travel nurses in Indiana typically earn between $37 and $52 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $42/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $46-61 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for 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 travel nurses can receive. For official rates, visit [GSA.gov](https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates).
Is Indiana tax-friendly for travel nurses?
Indiana has a state income tax rate of 3.23%, making it relatively tax-friendly for travel nurses. However, you'll still pay federal taxes on your taxable wages.
What is the cost of living in Indiana?
The cost of living index in Indiana is 87.9, which is below the national average. Housing costs are low, and utilities are low.
Do I need a separate license to work in Indiana?
Indiana is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so if you have a compact license, you can work here without additional licensing. The license costs $200 and typically takes 2-4 weeks to process.