PermanentPosted 30 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
Amedisys · Yuma, AZ
$30.00–$31.50/ hour
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Yuma, AZ
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Yuma area earn a median of $33.34 per hour, about $69,350 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $30.71 and $35.69. That ranks 69th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 16th of 341 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Yuma. The free report below lists employers near Yuma and what they pay.
- $33.34median pay per hour, Yuma
- $31–$36typical range per hour
- 100licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 6% below the Arizona statewide median of $35.59 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 100 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Yuma metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.35).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.60 | $59,490 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.71 | $63,880 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Median | $33.34 | $69,350 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.69 | $74,240 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.28 | $77,540 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Yuma ranks
- 69th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 16th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 6 Arizona 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.
What your pay buys in Yuma
- Overall prices in Yuma run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.34 median hour buys what $35.96 buys at the national price level, 20% above 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 Yuma paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,200
- Per year: $60,012
- Per month: $5,001
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Yuma metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Yuma
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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).
Hospitals in Yuma
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Yuma, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuma Regional Medical Center Yuma, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Exceptional Community Hospital Yuma Yuma, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Yuma County
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Yuma County (4 geographic, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckeye, AZ | 126 mi | $35.90/hr | 114,334 |
| Indio, CA | 130 mi | $36.33/hr | 94,275 |
| Goodyear, AZ | 135 mi | $35.90/hr | 118,186 |
| Palm Desert, CA | 136 mi | $36.33/hr | 53,147 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 138 mi | $31.21/hr | 59,037 |
| Avondale, AZ | 139 mi | $35.90/hr | 96,609 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Arizona · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
Arizona 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 Arizona license by endorsement.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Yuma
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Yuma, AZ?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Yuma metro area have a median pay of $33.34 per hour, about $69,350 a year. The middle half earn between $30.71 and $35.69 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Yuma a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Yuma ranks 16th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 69th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring licensed practical nurses in Yuma?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Yuma. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Yuma.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Yuma as a licensed practical nurse?
Arizona 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 Arizona license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Yuma in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Yuma County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Yuma?
The federal per diem benchmark in Yuma is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- Mayo ClinicScottsdale, AZ · 4 postings$32.92/ hr$27–$39
- AmedisysPhoenix, AZ · 2 postings$31.12/ hr$30–$33
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 4 postings$47.83/ hr$32–$63
- CommonSpirit HealthWOODLAND, CA · 5 postings$41.23/ hr$31–$51
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