CT · New Britain · Updated October 15, 2026

Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in New Britain, CT

Licensed Practical Nurses in Connecticut earn a median of $33.23 per hour, about $69,130 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $31.13 and $37.10. That is 11% above the U.S. median of $29.97 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in New Britain. Tell us your role and we email current openings near New Britain.

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Licensed Practical Nurse pay in New Britain, CT

Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 8,890 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in Connecticut.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$28.60$59,4905% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$31.13$64,7504% above U.S. median
Median$33.23$69,13011% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$37.10$77,17024% above U.S. median
Top 10%$38.66$80,41029% above U.S. median

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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Estimated weekly gross$1,196
  • Per year: $59,814
  • Per month: $4,984

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Connecticut. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in New Britain

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$138
Meals and incidentals per day$80
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,526
13-week assignment$19,838

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).

Hospitals in New Britain

CMS lists 1 hospital in New Britain, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
The Hospital Of Central Connecticut
New Britain, CT
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Licensed Practical Nurse pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Bristol, CT8 mi$33.23/hr62,195
Hartford, CT8 mi$32.51/hr122,129
Meriden, CT10 mi$33.23/hr60,849
Waterbury, CT15 mi$31.85/hr115,908
New Haven, CT26 mi$32.70/hr137,562
West Haven, CT29 mi$33.23/hr55,379

Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Connecticut · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Connecticut

Connecticut has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Connecticut license by endorsement.

Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Connecticut state guide · Nurse Licensure Compact guide

Other healthcare roles in New Britain

New Britain city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do licensed practical nurses make in New Britain, CT?

Licensed Practical Nurses in Connecticut have a median pay of $33.23 per hour, about $69,130 a year. The middle half earn between $31.13 and $37.10 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do licensed practical nurses work in New Britain?

CMS lists 1 hospital in New Britain, led by The Hospital Of Central Connecticut. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Connecticut license to work in New Britain as a licensed practical nurse?

Connecticut has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Connecticut license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

What is the per diem for a travel assignment in New Britain?

The federal per diem benchmark in New Britain is $138 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,526 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • 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
  • Veterans Health AdministrationSan Francisco, CA · 8 postings$39.44/ hr$27–$57

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