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ScionHealth · Louisville, KY
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Louisville, KY
The median licensed practical nurse pay in the Louisville area is $29.92 per hour ($62,240 a year), with the typical range running from $27.25 to $31.72. That ranks 134th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 113th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Louisville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Louisville.
- $29.92median pay per hour, Louisville/Jefferson County
- $27–$32typical range per hour
- 2,920licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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12 more open roles from employers in Louisville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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LPN, Norton Community Medical Associates - Dutchmans, 8a-4:30p
Norton Healthcare · Louisville, KY
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LPN, 4E Post-Acute Neuro, 7p-7a
Norton Healthcare · Louisville, KY
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LPN, 5E/5C Acute Cardiac Progressive Care, 7p-7a
Norton Healthcare · Louisville, KY
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RN/LPN
Baptist Healthcare System · Louisville, KY
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LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Health-$5k Sign On
BrightSpring Health Services · Louisville, KY
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Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, (LPN) Rehabilitation (FT Weekends)
LifePoint Health · Louisville, KY
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LPN, 4E Med/Surg Telemetry, 7a-7p
Norton Healthcare · Louisville, KY
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LPN Positions with UofL Health
UofL Health · Louisville, KY
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Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN LVN
Fresenius Medical Care · Louisville, KY
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Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Rehabilitation
LifePoint Health · Louisville, KY
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LPN, Float Team, 6:45p-7:15a
Norton Healthcare · Louisville, KY
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Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Louisville, KY
The metro median is 6% above the Kentucky statewide median of $28.10 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 2,920 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area, 4.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.04).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.54 | $51,040 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.25 | $56,680 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.92 | $62,240 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.72 | $65,980 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.91 | $72,610 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Louisville ranks
- 134th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 113th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 6 Kentucky 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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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Louisville
- Overall prices in Louisville/Jefferson County run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.92 median hour buys what $32.15 buys at the national price level, 7% 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.
Estimate your Louisville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,077
- Per year: $53,856
- Per month: $4,488
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Louisville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $142 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
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 Kentucky
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LPN Home Health
CommonSpirit Health · Florence, KY
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Hospitals in Louisville
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Louisville, 2 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville Va Medical Center Louisville, KY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Louisville Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Norton Hospitals, Inc Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Uofl Health - Jewish Hospital And Mary & Elizabeth Hospital Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Louisville Hospital Louisville, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Central State Hospital Louisville, KY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| The Brook Hospital - Dupont Louisville, KY | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| The Brook Hospital - Kmi Louisville, KY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Jefferson County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Jefferson County (3 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffersonville, IN | 12 mi | $29.92/hr | 52,912 |
| Lexington, KY | 65 mi | $28.34/hr | 329,437 |
| Columbus, IN | 74 mi | $28.11/hr | 51,970 |
| Bloomington, IN | 84 mi | $29.42/hr | 79,986 |
| Owensboro, KY | 85 mi | $28.71/hr | 60,675 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 91 mi | $30.06/hr | 314,915 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Kentucky · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kentucky
Kentucky 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 Kentucky license by endorsement.
Kentucky taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Louisville, KY?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area have a median pay of $29.92 per hour, about $62,240 a year. The middle half earn between $27.25 and $31.72 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Louisville a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Louisville/Jefferson County ranks 113th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 134th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Louisville?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Louisville, led by Louisville Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Louisville as a licensed practical nurse?
Kentucky 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 Kentucky license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Louisville in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Jefferson 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 Louisville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Louisville is $142 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 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 Louisville?
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- 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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