PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
LPN Dispensing Nurse
Acadia Healthcare · Cleveland, OH
$25.00–$32.00/ hour
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Lorain, OH
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Lorain area earn a median of $30.34 per hour, about $63,100 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $27.96 and $32.15. That ranks 113th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 104th of 341 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Lorain and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lorain.
- $30.34median pay per hour, Cleveland
- $28–$32typical range per hour
- 6,600licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 3% above the Ohio statewide median of $29.32 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 6,600 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Cleveland metro area, 6.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.55).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.69 | $49,280 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.96 | $58,160 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.34 | $63,100 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.15 | $66,870 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.65 | $74,150 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Lorain ranks
- 113th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 104th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 12 Ohio 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 Lorain
- Overall prices in Cleveland run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.34 median hour buys what $32.30 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 Lorain paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,092
- Per year: $54,612
- Per month: $4,551
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cleveland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lorain
| 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 Lorain
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Lorain, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Regional Medical Center Lorain, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Clear Vista Health & Wellness Lorain, OH | 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 Lorain County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Lorain County (2 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elyria, OH | 6 mi | $30.34/hr | 53,604 |
| Parma, OH | 24 mi | $30.34/hr | 79,350 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 37 mi | $29.67/hr | 50,979 |
| Akron, OH | 42 mi | $29.67/hr | 189,664 |
| Canton, OH | 61 mi | $28.40/hr | 69,211 |
| Toledo, OH | 74 mi | $29.28/hr | 265,638 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Ohio · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
Ohio 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 Ohio license by endorsement.
Ohio 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 Lorain, OH?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Cleveland metro area have a median pay of $30.34 per hour, about $63,100 a year. The middle half earn between $27.96 and $32.15 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lorain a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Cleveland ranks 104th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 113th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring licensed practical nurses in Lorain?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Cleveland area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lorain.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Lorain as a licensed practical nurse?
Ohio 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 Ohio license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lorain in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Lorain 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 Lorain?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lorain 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 Lorain?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Acadia HealthcareColumbus, OH · 2 postings$29.11/ hr$25–$33
- Veterans Health AdministrationChillicothe, OH · 3 postings$28.71/ hr$21–$43
- 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$21Median$28.71High$38
8 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Ohio, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- LPNPermanent$26.50–$32.94/ hour
- Licensed Practical Nurse- Hopewell HousePermanent$44k–$76k/ year
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