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Amedisys · High Point, NC
$25.00–$31.00/ hour
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in High Point, NC
Licensed Practical Nurses in the High Point area earn a median of $29.91 per hour, about $62,210 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $26.84 and $31.10. That ranks 136th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 111th of 341 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for High Point. The free report below lists employers near High Point and what they pay.
- $29.91median pay per hour, Greensboro
- $27–$31typical range per hour
- 1,410licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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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 1,410 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Greensboro-High Point metro area, 3.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.71 | $51,400 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.84 | $55,830 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.91 | $62,210 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.10 | $64,690 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.24 | $73,300 | 18% above U.S. median |
How High Point ranks
- 136th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 111th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 High Point
- Overall prices in Greensboro-High Point run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% below the U.S. average (index 74.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.91 median hour buys what $32.21 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 High Point paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,077
- Per year: $53,838
- Per month: $4,486
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Greensboro-High Point metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in High Point
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,351 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,563 |
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 High Point
CMS lists 1 hospital in High Point, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Point Regional Health System High Point, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 Guilford County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Guilford County (2 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greensboro, NC | 12 mi | $29.91/hr | 307,381 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 17 mi | $29.58/hr | 255,769 |
| Burlington, NC | 30 mi | $32.48/hr | 61,365 |
| Kannapolis, NC | 51 mi | $30.51/hr | 60,521 |
| Chapel Hill, NC | 53 mi | $30.27/hr | 64,028 |
| Mooresville, NC | 55 mi | $30.51/hr | 52,884 |
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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 High Point, NC?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Greensboro-High Point metro area have a median pay of $29.91 per hour, about $62,210 a year. The middle half earn between $26.84 and $31.10 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is High Point a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Greensboro-High Point ranks 111th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 136th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring licensed practical nurses in High Point?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in High Point. Your free report adds named employers and pay near High Point.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in High Point 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 High Point in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Guilford 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 High Point?
The federal per diem benchmark in High Point is $119 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,351 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 High Point?
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Your LPN / LVN pay reportHigh Point, 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
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