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Brookdale Senior Living · Ocala, FL
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Ocala, FL
The median licensed practical nurse pay in the Ocala area is $27.62 per hour ($57,440 a year), with the typical range running from $24.47 to $28.35. That ranks 293rd of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 280th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Ocala. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Ocala.
- $27.62median pay per hour, Ocala
- $24–$28typical range per hour
- 560licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Enhabit Home Health · Ocala, FL
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Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Ocala, FL
The metro median is 4% below the Florida statewide median of $28.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 560 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Ocala metro area, 4.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.70 | $47,220 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.47 | $50,900 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.62 | $57,440 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.35 | $58,970 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.39 | $63,210 | 1% above U.S. median |
How Ocala ranks
- 293rd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 280th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 17th 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.
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- Overall prices in Ocala run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.62 median hour buys what $29.00 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Ocala paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$994
- Per year: $49,716
- Per month: $4,143
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Ocala metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Ocala
| 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).
Open Licensed Practical Nurse roles in Florida
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Ocala as they open.
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Amedisys · Valrico, FL
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Amedisys · Port Charlotte, FL
$25.37–$31.71/ hour
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Hospitals in Ocala
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Ocala, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventhealth Ocala Ocala, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Marion Communtiy Hospital Ocala, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| The Vines Hospital Ocala, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Marion County
HRSA lists 11 active primary care shortage designations that include Marion County (1 population-group, 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville, FL | 37 mi | $28.29/hr | 148,720 |
| Apopka, FL | 50 mi | $28.88/hr | 62,777 |
| Clermont, FL | 52 mi | $28.88/hr | 50,851 |
| Ocoee, FL | 56 mi | $28.88/hr | 51,269 |
| Sanford, FL | 59 mi | $28.88/hr | 66,919 |
| Deltona, FL | 60 mi | $28.41/hr | 100,513 |
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 Ocala, FL?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Ocala metro area have a median pay of $27.62 per hour, about $57,440 a year. The middle half earn between $24.47 and $28.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Ocala a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Ocala ranks 280th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 293rd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Ocala?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Ocala, led by Adventhealth Ocala. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Ocala 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 Ocala in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 11 active primary care shortage designations that include Marion 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 Ocala?
The federal per diem benchmark in Ocala 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.
Does Valorem Health place licensed practical nurses in Ocala?
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