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Veterans Health Administration · Baltimore, MD
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Baltimore, MD
The median licensed practical nurse pay in the Baltimore area is $33.10 per hour ($68,850 a year), with the typical range running from $30.79 to $36.50. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Baltimore. The CMS hospital directory lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Baltimore.
- $33.10median pay per hour, Baltimore
- $31–$36typical range per hour
- 5,200licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Licensed Practical Nurse, Spinal Cord Unit
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Licensed Practical Nurse, Stroke, Night
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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RN/LPN - 7a-330p
Mercy Medical Center · Baltimore, MD
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Licensed Practical Nurse, Spinal Cord Unit, Night
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Fresenius Medical Care · Baltimore, MD
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The metro median is 1% below the Maryland statewide median of $33.59 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 5,200 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area, 3.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.88 | $60,070 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.79 | $64,040 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Median | $33.10 | $68,850 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.50 | $75,920 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.50 | $90,480 | 45% above U.S. median |
How Baltimore ranks
- 71st of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 140th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
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 Baltimore
- Overall prices in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 118.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.10 median hour buys what $31.68 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Baltimore paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,192
- Per year: $59,580
- Per month: $4,965
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Baltimore
| 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).
Hospitals in Baltimore
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore, 4 of the 12 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Union Memorial Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Harbor Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Agnes Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Baltimore city
HRSA lists 19 active primary care shortage designations that include Baltimore city (3 geographic, 10 population-group, 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie, MD | 25 mi | $34.57/hr | 58,421 |
| Rockville, MD | 33 mi | $34.57/hr | 68,417 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 33 mi | $34.57/hr | 70,686 |
| Washington, DC | 35 mi | $34.57/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 42 mi | $34.57/hr | 159,102 |
| Frederick, MD | 44 mi | $34.57/hr | 89,537 |
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License and tax basics in Maryland
Maryland 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 Maryland license by endorsement.
Maryland 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 Baltimore, MD?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area have a median pay of $33.10 per hour, about $68,850 a year. The middle half earn between $30.79 and $36.50 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Baltimore a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ranks 140th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 71st of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring licensed practical nurses in Baltimore?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Baltimore. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Baltimore.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Baltimore as a licensed practical nurse?
Maryland 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 Maryland license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Baltimore in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 19 active primary care shortage designations that include Baltimore city. 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 Baltimore?
The federal per diem benchmark in Baltimore 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 Baltimore?
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Your LPN / LVN pay reportBaltimore, MD · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- BrightSpring Health ServicesHAGERSTOWN, MD · 2 postings$35.75/ hr$28–$44
- Military Treatment Facilities under DHAFort Detrick, MD · 3 postings$35.23/ hr$31–$42
- University of Maryland Medical SystemHarford County, MD · 2 postings$32.92/ hr$27–$38
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$26Median$32.92High$42
14 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Maryland, 11 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 14 LPN / LVN roles
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Part TimePermanent$31.00–$46.50/ hour
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Residential HospicePermanent$27.44–$38.41/ hour
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