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LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health
Amedisys · Valrico, FL
$28.15–$34.87/ hour
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in St. Petersburg, FL
The median licensed practical nurse pay in the St. Petersburg area is $28.87 per hour ($60,050 a year), with the typical range running from $26.21 to $30.28. That ranks 214th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 294th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in St. Petersburg. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near St. Petersburg.
- $28.87median pay per hour, Tampa
- $26–$30typical range per hour
- 5,830licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in St. Petersburg, FL
The metro median is in line with the Florida statewide median of $28.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 5,830 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area, 4.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.65 | $49,190 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.21 | $54,520 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.87 | $60,050 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.28 | $62,980 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.89 | $74,650 | 20% above U.S. median |
How St. Petersburg ranks
- 214th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 294th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th 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 St. Petersburg
- Overall prices in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% above the U.S. average (index 125.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.87 median hour buys what $28.62 buys at the national price level, 5% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,039
- Per year: $51,966
- Per month: $4,330
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Petersburg
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $161 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,687 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,931 |
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 Florida
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Amedisys · Port Charlotte, FL
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Amedisys · Gainesville, FL
$33.46–$41.00/ hour
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Hospitals in St. Petersburg
CMS lists 6 hospitals in St. Petersburg, 0 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthonys Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida St Petersburg Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Northside Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Pasadena Hospital A Part Of Hca Florid Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Saint Petersburg, 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 Pinellas County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Pinellas County (2 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinellas Park, FL | 8 mi | $28.87/hr | 53,503 |
| Largo, FL | 13 mi | $28.87/hr | 82,337 |
| Bradenton, FL | 19 mi | $29.45/hr | 58,184 |
| Sarasota, FL | 30 mi | $29.45/hr | 57,764 |
| Lakeland, FL | 47 mi | $27.83/hr | 124,990 |
| North Port, FL | 56 mi | $29.45/hr | 92,875 |
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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 St. Petersburg, FL?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area have a median pay of $28.87 per hour, about $60,050 a year. The middle half earn between $26.21 and $30.28 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Petersburg a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater ranks 294th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 214th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in St. Petersburg?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in St. Petersburg, led by St Anthonys Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Pinellas 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 St. Petersburg?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Petersburg is $161 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,687 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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