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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health - Full Time
Enhabit Home Health · Hoover, AL
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Hoover, AL
Pay for licensed practical nurses in the Hoover area centers on $24.80 per hour, or about $51,580 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.74 and the upper quarter over $28.74. That ranks 347th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 328th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in the Hoover metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Hoover.
- $24.80median pay per hour, Birmingham
- $23–$29typical range per hour
- 2,580licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Hoover, AL
The metro median is 3% above the Alabama statewide median of $24.09 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 2,580 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Birmingham metro area, 5.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.22).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.95 | $37,340 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.74 | $47,300 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.80 | $51,580 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.74 | $59,780 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $31.65 | $65,830 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Hoover ranks
- 347th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 328th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Alabama metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (SOC 29-2061), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Birmingham run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.80 median hour buys what $27.06 buys at the national price level, 10% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Hoover paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$893
- Per year: $44,640
- Per month: $3,720
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Birmingham metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Hoover
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
Travel licensed practical nurse assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Licensed Practical Nurse roles in Alabama
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Licensed Practical Nurse
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$25.00–$32.00/ hour
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Practical Nurse (Allergy & Immunization)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Maxwell AFB, AL
$41k–$53k/ year
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Hospitals in the Birmingham area
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Birmingham area, 1 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Va Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital Birmingham, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Grandview Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Princeton Baptist Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent's Birmingham Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St. Vincent's East Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Alabama Hospital Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Children's Hospital Of Alabama Birmingham, AL | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services Birmingham, AL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 11 mi | $24.80/hr | 196,357 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 43 mi | $23.61/hr | 114,288 |
| Montgomery, AL | 78 mi | $24.94/hr | 195,818 |
| Decatur, AL | 83 mi | $24.60/hr | 57,974 |
| Huntsville, AL | 92 mi | $26.19/hr | 230,402 |
| Madison, AL | 92 mi | $26.19/hr | 64,029 |
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License and tax basics in Alabama
Alabama is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Alabama license by endorsement.
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Hoover, AL?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Birmingham metro area have a median pay of $24.80 per hour, about $51,580 a year. The middle half earn between $22.74 and $28.74 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Hoover a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Birmingham ranks 328th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 347th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Hoover?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Birmingham area, led by Birmingham Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Hoover as a licensed practical nurse?
Alabama is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Alabama license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Hoover?
The federal per diem benchmark in Hoover is $126 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place licensed practical nurses in Hoover?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysCitronelle, AL · 3 postings$28.50/ hr$24–$32
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 4 postings$47.83/ hr$32–$63
- CommonSpirit HealthWOODLAND, CA · 5 postings$41.23/ hr$31–$51
- Boston Medical CenterMassachusetts · 3 postings$40.82/ hr$33–$48
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- Licensed Practical NursePermanent$25.00–$32.00/ hour
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