Healthcare Indianapolis, IN Pop. 887,642

Registered Nurse Salary in Indianapolis, Indiana

The median registered nurse salary in Indianapolis, IN is $75,535 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Indiana state average.

City Median
$75,535
vs State Avg
+$2,437
vs National
$-5,685
Cost of Living
93%

Registered Nurse Salary in Indianapolis by Experience

In Indianapolis, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $53,940, while experienced professionals earn up to $106,950 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,940
$-4,060 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$76,260
$-5,740 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$106,950
$-8,050 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indianapolis, IN

Percentile Indianapolis
10th Percentile $53,382
25th Percentile $62,124
Median (50th) $75,535
75th Percentile $94,023
90th Percentile $112,344

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Indiana Cities

Carmel, IN
$85,281
Pop. 99,757
Fort Wayne, IN
$69,037
Pop. 263,886
Evansville, IN
$68,225
Pop. 117,429
South Bend, IN
$67,413
Pop. 103,453

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Indianapolis

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Indianapolis may vary based on local industry and population growth.