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Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Health Administration · Miami, FL
$76k–$98k/ year
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Miami, FL
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Miami area earn a median of $29.80 per hour, about $61,990 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $27.57 and $31.42. That ranks 145th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 337th of 341 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Miami. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Miami.
- $29.80median pay per hour, Miami
- $28–$31typical range per hour
- 8,250licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
University of Miami Health System · Miami, FL
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Specialty - Full Time
University of Miami Health System · Miami, FL
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-School Health
University of Miami Health System · Miami, FL
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PRM Licensed Practical Nurse, CHS
Jackson Health System · Miami, FL
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The metro median is 3% above the Florida statewide median of $28.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 8,250 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area, 3.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.72).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.08 | $50,090 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.57 | $57,350 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.80 | $61,990 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.42 | $65,350 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.78 | $74,420 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Miami ranks
- 145th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 337th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 20 Florida 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 Miami
- Overall prices in Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach run 14% above the U.S. average (index 114.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 56% above the U.S. average (index 155.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.80 median hour buys what $26.10 buys at the national price level, 13% 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 Miami paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,073
- Per year: $53,640
- Per month: $4,470
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Miami
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $176 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,876 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,388 |
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 Miami
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Miami, 5 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Hospital Of Miami Miami, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| West Kendall Baptist Hospital Miami, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Kendall Hospital Miami, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Miami Va Medical Center Miami, FL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| South Miami Hospital Miami, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Keralty Hospital Miami, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Jackson Health System Miami, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| North Shore Medical Center Miami, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Douglas Gardens Hospital Miami, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Nicklaus Children's Hospital Miami, FL | Children's | Nonprofit | 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 Miami-Dade County
HRSA lists 20 active primary care shortage designations that include Miami-Dade County (3 population-group, 17 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Beach, FL | 4 mi | $29.80/hr | 83,251 |
| Coral Gables, FL | 7 mi | $29.80/hr | 50,379 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Florida · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Florida
Florida 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 Florida license by endorsement.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Miami, FL?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area have a median pay of $29.80 per hour, about $61,990 a year. The middle half earn between $27.57 and $31.42 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Miami a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach ranks 337th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 145th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring licensed practical nurses in Miami?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Miami. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Miami.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Miami as a licensed practical nurse?
Florida 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 Florida license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Miami in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 20 active primary care shortage designations that include Miami-Dade 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 Miami?
The federal per diem benchmark in Miami is $176 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,876 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 Miami?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Miami and across Florida. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Miami.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationViera, FL · 4 postings$35.28/ hr$19–$47
- AmedisysGainesville, FL · 6 postings$31.51/ hr$25–$41
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 4 postings$47.83/ hr$32–$63
- CommonSpirit HealthWOODLAND, CA · 5 postings$41.23/ hr$31–$51
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2What they are offering now
Low$25Median$33.11High$41
10 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Florida, 10 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 LPN / LVN roles
- LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Home HealthPermanent$28.15–$34.87/ hour
- LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Home HealthPer diem$25.37–$31.71/ hour
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