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Practical Nurse
Veterans Health Administration · Kansas City, MO
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Kansas City, MO
Pay for licensed practical nurses in the Kansas City area centers on $30.15 per hour, or about $62,700 a year. The lower quarter earns under $28.16 and the upper quarter over $33.17. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Kansas City. That ranks 121st of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 86th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Kansas City and what they pay.
- $30.15median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $28–$33typical range per hour
- 4,460licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 6% above the Missouri statewide median of $28.38 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 4,460 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Kansas City metro area, 4.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.61 | $51,190 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.16 | $58,570 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.15 | $62,700 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.17 | $68,990 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.58 | $76,090 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Kansas City ranks
- 121st of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 86th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 Missouri 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 Kansas City
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.15 median hour buys what $32.58 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 Kansas City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,085
- Per year: $54,270
- Per month: $4,522
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kansas City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
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 Kansas City
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Kansas City, 4 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Lukes North Hospital Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas City Va Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Health Lakewood Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Truman Medical Center Hospital Hill Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Research Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Center For Behavioral Medicine Kansas City, MO | 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 Jackson County
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include Jackson County (5 population-group, 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, KS | 10 mi | $30.15/hr | 156,752 |
| Independence, MO | 11 mi | $30.15/hr | 121,629 |
| Lawrence, KS | 40 mi | $27.65/hr | 97,271 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 46 mi | $27.90/hr | 71,098 |
| Topeka, KS | 62 mi | $28.94/hr | 125,467 |
| Manhattan, KS | 110 mi | $29.39/hr | 54,700 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Missouri · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
Missouri 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 Missouri license by endorsement.
Missouri 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 Kansas City, MO?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $30.15 per hour, about $62,700 a year. The middle half earn between $28.16 and $33.17 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kansas City a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 86th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 121st of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring licensed practical nurses in Kansas City?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Kansas City. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Kansas City.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Kansas City as a licensed practical nurse?
Missouri 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 Missouri license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Kansas City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include Jackson 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 Kansas City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kansas City is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 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 Kansas City?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationSaint Louis, MO · 2 postings$32.19/ hr$24–$41
- University of Missouri Health CareColumbia, MO · 3 postings$28.37/ hr$22–$36
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 4 postings$47.83/ hr$32–$63
- CommonSpirit HealthWOODLAND, CA · 5 postings$41.23/ hr$31–$51
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Low$22Median$29.79High$39
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