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Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health
Amedisys · Lavonia, GA
$23.51–$26.44/ hour
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Albany, GA
The median licensed practical nurse pay in the Albany area is $26.56 per hour ($55,240 a year), with the typical range running from $22.82 to $28.85. That ranks 319th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 226th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Albany. The free report below lists employers near Albany and what they pay.
- $26.56median pay per hour, Albany
- $23–$29typical range per hour
- 410licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Albany, GA
The metro median is 6% below the Georgia statewide median of $28.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 410 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Albany metro area, 6.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.68).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.85 | $41,290 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.82 | $47,470 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.56 | $55,240 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.85 | $60,010 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.75 | $63,960 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Albany ranks
- 319th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 226th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 12 Georgia 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 Albany
- Overall prices in Albany run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 45% below the U.S. average (index 54.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.56 median hour buys what $30.30 buys at the national price level, 1% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$956
- Per year: $47,808
- Per month: $3,984
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Albany metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Albany
| 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 Georgia
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Albany as they open.
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - School Nurse (Crawford County)
Advocate Health · Georgia
$24.10–$36.15/ hour
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Per diemPosted 3 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health
Amedisys · Ringgold, GA
$24.57–$27.64/ hour
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PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Practical Nurse (Outpatient)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Stewart, GA
$41k–$53k/ year
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OBGYN LPN
Advocate Health · Georgia
$25.30–$37.95/ hour
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Practical Nurse (Outpatient)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Richmond Hill, GA
$41k–$53k/ year
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Hospitals in Albany
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Albany, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Albany, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| South Georgia Specialty Hospital Albany, GA | Acute care | 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 Dougherty County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Dougherty County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valdosta, GA | 73 mi | $22.20/hr | 55,667 |
| Columbus, GA | 76 mi | $24.54/hr | 201,830 |
| Dothan, AL | 76 mi | $19.12/hr | 71,650 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 77 mi | $25.08/hr | 86,199 |
| Tallahassee, FL | 78 mi | $27.35/hr | 205,089 |
| Macon, GA | 90 mi | $27.63/hr | 157,056 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Georgia · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Georgia
Georgia 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 Georgia license by endorsement.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Albany
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Albany, GA?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Albany metro area have a median pay of $26.56 per hour, about $55,240 a year. The middle half earn between $22.82 and $28.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Albany a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Albany ranks 226th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 319th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Albany?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Albany, led by Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Albany as a licensed practical nurse?
Georgia 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 Georgia license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Albany in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Dougherty 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 Albany?
The federal per diem benchmark in Albany 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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Your LPN / LVN pay reportAlbany, GA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Advocate HealthFort Valley, GA · 3 postings$30.12/ hr$24–$38
- AmedisysLavonia, GA · 12 postings$29.50/ hr$23–$38
- Military Treatment Facilities under DHAFort Stewart, GA · 2 postings$22.52/ hr$20–$25
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$23Median$29.50High$36
18 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Georgia, 16 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 18 LPN / LVN roles
- Licensed Practical Nurse Home HealthPermanent$23.51–$26.44/ hour
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - School Nurse (Crawford County)Permanent$24.10–$36.15/ hour
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