PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Licensed Vocational Nurse w/Recruitment-Relocation Incentive/EDRP
Veterans Health Administration · Las Cruces, NM
$41k–$74k/ year
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Las Cruces, NM
The median licensed practical nurse pay in the Las Cruces area is $29.62 per hour ($61,600 a year), with the typical range running from $26.66 to $32.03. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Las Cruces. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Las Cruces. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Las Cruces.
- $29.62median pay per hour, Las Cruces
- $27–$32typical range per hour
- 220licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Per diemPosted 20 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health - PRN
Enhabit Home Health · Las Cruces, NM
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PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Genesis Healthcare · Las Cruces, NM
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The metro median is 1% above the New Mexico statewide median of $29.21 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 220 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Las Cruces metro area, 2.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.69).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.39 | $46,570 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.66 | $55,450 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.62 | $61,600 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.03 | $66,620 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.32 | $75,550 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Las Cruces ranks
- 158th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 76th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 New Mexico 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 Las Cruces
- Overall prices in Las Cruces run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 37% below the U.S. average (index 63.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.62 median hour buys what $32.83 buys at the national price level, 10% 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 Las Cruces paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,066
- Per year: $53,316
- Per month: $4,443
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Las Cruces metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Las Cruces
| 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 Las Cruces
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Las Cruces, 0 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Crosses Regional Hospital Llc Las Cruces, NM | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces, NM | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mountain View Regional Medical Center Las Cruces, NM | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Bhc Mesilla Valley Hospital, Llc Las Cruces, NM | 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 Doña Ana County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Doña Ana County (1 population-group, 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Paso, TX | 39 mi | $27.28/hr | 681,723 |
| Albuquerque, NM | 192 mi | $26.16/hr | 560,326 |
| Rio Rancho, NM | 204 mi | $26.16/hr | 112,524 |
| Tucson, AZ | 239 mi | $34.08/hr | 554,013 |
| Marana, AZ | 254 mi | $35.90/hr | 62,380 |
| Odessa, TX | 262 mi | $28.67/hr | 119,748 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in New Mexico · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Mexico
New Mexico 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 New Mexico license by endorsement.
New Mexico taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Las Cruces
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Las Cruces, NM?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Las Cruces metro area have a median pay of $29.62 per hour, about $61,600 a year. The middle half earn between $26.66 and $32.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Las Cruces a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Las Cruces ranks 76th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 158th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring licensed practical nurses in Las Cruces?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Las Cruces. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Las Cruces.
Do I need a New Mexico license to work in Las Cruces as a licensed practical nurse?
New Mexico 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 New Mexico license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Las Cruces in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Doña Ana 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 Las Cruces?
The federal per diem benchmark in Las Cruces 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 Las Cruces?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Las Cruces and across New Mexico. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Las Cruces.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 4 postings$47.83/ hr$32–$63
- CommonSpirit HealthWOODLAND, CA · 5 postings$41.23/ hr$31–$51
- Boston Medical CenterMassachusetts · 3 postings$40.82/ hr$33–$48
- Veterans Health AdministrationSan Francisco, CA · 8 postings$39.44/ hr$27–$57
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- Licensed Vocational Nurse w/Recruitment-Relocation Incentive/EDRPPermanent$41k–$74k/ year
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