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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Outpatient Behavioral Health
Advocate Health · North Carolina
$24.10–$36.15/ hour
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Asheville, NC
The median licensed practical nurse pay in the Asheville area is $29.92 per hour ($62,220 a year), with the typical range running from $26.91 to $33.53. That ranks 133rd of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 186th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Asheville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Asheville.
- $29.92median pay per hour, Asheville
- $27–$34typical range per hour
- 800licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Asheville, NC
The metro median is 1% above the North Carolina statewide median of $29.51 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 800 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Asheville metro area, 4.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.04).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.60 | $49,090 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.91 | $55,970 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.92 | $62,220 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.53 | $69,740 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.33 | $75,570 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Asheville ranks
- 133rd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 186th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 13 North Carolina 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 Asheville
- Overall prices in Asheville run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.92 median hour buys what $31.00 buys at the national price level, 3% 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$1,077
- Per year: $53,856
- Per month: $4,488
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Asheville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Asheville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $125 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,435 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,655 |
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 North Carolina
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Amedisys · Charlotte, NC
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Licensed Practical Nurse II - Medical Surgical
ECU Health · Roanoke Rapids, NC
$23.52–$34.28/ hour
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Pediatrics Edenton
ECU Health · Edenton, NC
$21.96–$32.01/ hour
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Veterans Health Administration · Greenville, NC
$62k–$81k/ year
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Emergency Department
Advocate Health · North Carolina
$25.30–$37.95/ hour
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Hospitals in Asheville
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Asheville, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville-Oteen Va Medical Center Asheville, NC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce Asheville, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Buncombe County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Buncombe County (2 population-group, 4 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | 52 mi | $28.69/hr | 74,371 |
| Johnson City, TN | 54 mi | $24.02/hr | 73,635 |
| Kingsport, TN | 66 mi | $23.72/hr | 57,109 |
| Gastonia, NC | 80 mi | $30.51/hr | 85,535 |
| Knoxville, TN | 83 mi | $24.54/hr | 198,722 |
| Huntersville, NC | 95 mi | $30.51/hr | 67,087 |
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License and tax basics in North Carolina
North Carolina 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 North Carolina license by endorsement.
North Carolina 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 Asheville, NC?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Asheville metro area have a median pay of $29.92 per hour, about $62,220 a year. The middle half earn between $26.91 and $33.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Asheville a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Asheville ranks 186th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 133rd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Asheville?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Asheville, led by Asheville-Oteen Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Asheville as a licensed practical nurse?
North Carolina 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 North Carolina license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Asheville in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Buncombe 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 Asheville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Asheville is $125 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,435 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 Asheville?
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Your LPN / LVN pay reportAsheville, NC · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Advocate HealthCharlotte, NC · 33 postings$30.12/ hr$23–$38
- AmedisysRaleigh, NC · 7 postings$29.42/ hr$24–$34
- ECU HealthRoanoke Rapids, NC · 2 postings$27.94/ hr$22–$34
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$24Median$30.12High$36
45 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in North Carolina, 41 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 45 LPN / LVN roles
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Outpatient Behavioral HealthPermanent$24.10–$36.15/ hour
- Licensed Practical NursePermanent$26.00–$33.00/ hour
+ 43 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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