PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - ENT - Otorhinolaryngology - LPN
Mayo Clinic · Rochester, MN
$24.55–$35.65/ hour
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Rochester, MN
Pay for licensed practical nurses in the Rochester area centers on $29.55 per hour, or about $61,460 a year. The lower quarter earns under $28.86 and the upper quarter over $30.93. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Rochester. That ranks 167th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 87th of 341 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Rochester.
- $29.55median pay per hour, Rochester
- $29–$31typical range per hour
- 610licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 1% above 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 Rochester metro area, 5.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.22).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.64 | $51,250 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.86 | $60,030 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.55 | $61,460 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.93 | $64,330 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.45 | $71,660 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Rochester ranks
- 167th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 87th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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 Rochester
- Overall prices in Rochester run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.55 median hour buys what $32.54 buys at the national price level, 9% 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 Rochester paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,064
- Per year: $53,190
- Per month: $4,432
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rochester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rochester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $127 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,449 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,837 |
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).
Hospitals in Rochester
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rochester, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester Rochester, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Olmsted Medical Center Rochester, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Behavioral Health Hospital Rochester Rochester, MN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Olmsted County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Olmsted County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeville, MN | 60 mi | $29.96/hr | 77,971 |
| Apple Valley, MN | 62 mi | $29.96/hr | 55,272 |
| La Crosse, WI | 64 mi | $29.69/hr | 51,049 |
| Eagan, MN | 65 mi | $29.96/hr | 67,240 |
| Burnsville, MN | 65 mi | $29.96/hr | 64,864 |
| Woodbury, MN | 65 mi | $29.96/hr | 80,596 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Minnesota · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
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.
Minnesota 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 Rochester, MN?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Rochester metro area have a median pay of $29.55 per hour, about $61,460 a year. The middle half earn between $28.86 and $30.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rochester a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Rochester ranks 87th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 167th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring licensed practical nurses in Rochester?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Rochester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Rochester.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Rochester 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 Rochester in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Olmsted 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 Rochester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rochester is $127 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,449 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 reportRochester, 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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