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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Duluth, MN
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Duluth area earn a median of $27.65 per hour, about $57,500 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $24.28 and $29.19. That ranks 290th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 177th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Duluth. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Duluth.
- $27.65median pay per hour, Duluth
- $24–$29typical range per hour
- 610licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Duluth, MN
The metro median is 6% below the Minnesota statewide median of $29.26 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 610 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Duluth metro area, 4.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.20).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.53 | $48,940 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.28 | $50,500 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.65 | $57,500 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.19 | $60,720 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $31.76 | $66,060 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Duluth ranks
- 290th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 177th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Minnesota 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 Duluth
- Overall prices in Duluth run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.65 median hour buys what $31.15 buys at the national price level, 4% 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$995
- Per year: $49,770
- Per month: $4,148
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Duluth metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Duluth
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $184 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,890 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,570 |
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 Minnesota
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Hospitals in Duluth
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Duluth, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Hospital Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Essentia Health Duluth Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 St. Louis County
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include St. Louis County (1 geographic, 2 population-group, 6 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaine, MN | 122 mi | $29.96/hr | 75,172 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 124 mi | $29.96/hr | 63,807 |
| Brooklyn Park, MN | 129 mi | $29.96/hr | 82,893 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 130 mi | $27.98/hr | 72,145 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 131 mi | $29.96/hr | 72,739 |
| St. Paul, MN | 134 mi | $29.96/hr | 307,465 |
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License and tax basics in Minnesota
Minnesota is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Minnesota board for a license by endorsement before working here.
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Duluth, MN?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Duluth metro area have a median pay of $27.65 per hour, about $57,500 a year. The middle half earn between $24.28 and $29.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Duluth a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Duluth ranks 177th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 290th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Duluth?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Duluth, led by Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Duluth as a licensed practical nurse?
Minnesota is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Minnesota board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Duluth in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include St. Louis 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 Duluth?
The federal per diem benchmark in Duluth is $184 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,890 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 Duluth?
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Your LPN / LVN pay reportDuluth, MN · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Avera HealthGranite Falls, MN · 7 postings$38.00/ hr$22–$52
- AccentCareChisago City, MN · 5 postings$33.89/ hr$30–$39
- Veterans Health AdministrationMinneapolis, MN · 5 postings$33.79/ hr$25–$42
- Fairview Health ServicesMinneapolis, MN · 20 postings$32.05/ hr$23–$43
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$25Median$30.87High$38
78 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Minnesota, 61 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 78 LPN / LVN roles
- Licensed Practical Nurse-Primary Care Integrated Clinical CommunityPermanent$51k–$85k/ year
- RN or LPN Long Term Care - 12 Hours shifts - DaysPermanent$25.22–$37.83/ hour
+ 76 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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