Indiana Per Diem Rates (FY2026)
Indiana has 3 GSA non-standard per diem areas for FY2026. Everywhere else uses the standard $178/day rate ($110 lodging + $68 M&IE). The most expensive is Lafayette / West Lafayette — up to $143/night lodging in August plus $74/day M&IE.
| Area | M&IE / day | Lodging / night | Peak month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington Monroe | $74 | $110–$139 | May |
| Indianapolis / CarmelMarion / Hamilton | $80 | $133 | flat |
| Lafayette / West LafayetteTippecanoe | $74 | $123–$143 | Aug |
| All other Indiana locationsstandard rate | $68 | $110 | flat |
Estimated trip cost
A 4-night business trip to Lafayette / West Lafayette — Indiana's most expensive per diem area — in August totals $905: $572 lodging (4 nights) + $333 M&IE (5 days, first & last day at 75%). Lafayette / West Lafayette month-by-month rates →
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Indiana per diem FAQ
- What is the per diem rate in Indiana?
- Indiana has 3 GSA non-standard per diem areas with their own rates for FY2026. Everywhere else in Indiana uses the standard CONUS rate of $178 per day: $110 for lodging plus $68 for meals & incidental expenses (M&IE).
- What is the meal reimbursement (M&IE) rate in Indiana?
- Meal reimbursement in Indiana ranges from $68 to $80 per day for FY2026, depending on the area. The first and last day of travel reimburse at 75% of the daily M&IE rate.