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LPN FT TEMP $35/hr.
Acadia Healthcare · Springfield, MO
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Springfield, MO
Pay for licensed practical nurses in the Springfield area centers on $27.79 per hour, or about $57,800 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.37 and the upper quarter over $29.40. That ranks 279th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 159th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Springfield. The free report below lists employers near Springfield and what they pay.
- $27.79median pay per hour, Springfield
- $24–$29typical range per hour
- 1,240licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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6 more open roles from employers in Springfield. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Capacity Management Coordinator RN/RRT/Medic/LPN - Part Time - Night Shift
CoxHealth · Springfield, MO
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PermanentPosted 5 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse/Graduate Practical Nurse - Transitional Care Unit - Part Time - Night Shift
CoxHealth · Springfield, MO
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PermanentPosted 10 days ago
FT LPN Beh Health Sign On
Acadia Healthcare · Springfield, MO
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Lakeland Job Fair! Same Day Offers!! BHA, LPN, RN
Acadia Healthcare · Springfield, MO
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
LPN
CoxHealth · Springfield, MO
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Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Springfield, MO
The metro median is 2% below the Missouri statewide median of $28.38 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 1,240 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Springfield metro area, 5.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.36).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.28 | $42,180 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.37 | $50,690 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.79 | $57,800 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.40 | $61,150 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.09 | $70,910 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Springfield ranks
- 279th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 159th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th 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.
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- Overall prices in Springfield run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 65.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.79 median hour buys what $31.37 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Springfield paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,000
- Per year: $50,022
- Per month: $4,168
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Springfield
| 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).
Open Licensed Practical Nurse roles in Missouri
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Springfield as they open.
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Health Administration · Saint Louis, MO
$54k–$86k/ year
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LPN: Outpatient Clinics - Multiple Locations!
University of Missouri Health Care · Columbia, MO
$22.14–$34.59/ hour
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LPN - Jefferson City Clinics (Click For Locations)
University of Missouri Health Care · Jefferson City, MO
$22.14–$34.59/ hour
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PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Practical Nurse
Veterans Health Administration · Kansas City, MO
$50k–$78k/ year
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LPN: Neuroscience - Days
University of Missouri Health Care · Columbia, MO
$23.25–$36.33/ hour
Hospitals in Springfield
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Springfield, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox Medical Centers Springfield, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Springfield Springfield, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Lakeland Behavioral Health System Springfield, MO | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Perimeter Behavioral Hospital Of Springfield Springfield, MO | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 Greene County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Greene County (1 population-group, 4 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joplin, MO | 67 mi | $27.31/hr | 53,605 |
| Rogers, AR | 77 mi | $28.57/hr | 75,639 |
| Bentonville, AR | 78 mi | $28.57/hr | 61,791 |
| Springdale, AR | 84 mi | $28.57/hr | 89,368 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 91 mi | $28.57/hr | 103,134 |
| Columbia, MO | 132 mi | $28.70/hr | 130,900 |
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.
Other healthcare roles in Springfield
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Springfield, MO?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $27.79 per hour, about $57,800 a year. The middle half earn between $24.37 and $29.40 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Springfield a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Springfield ranks 159th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 279th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Springfield?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Springfield, led by Cox Medical Centers. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Springfield 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 Springfield in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Greene 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 Springfield?
The federal per diem benchmark in Springfield 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 Springfield?
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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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- Licensed Practical NursePermanent$54k–$86k/ year
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