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LifePoint Health · Youngstown, OH
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Youngstown, OH
Pay for licensed practical nurses in the Youngstown area centers on $27.95 per hour, or about $58,130 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.94 and the upper quarter over $29.30. That ranks 268th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 125th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Youngstown.
- $27.95median pay per hour, Youngstown
- $25–$29typical range per hour
- 1,330licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Women's Care - Youngstown Physician Enterprises
Bon Secours Mercy Health · Youngstown, OH
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health
LifePoint Health · Youngstown, OH
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Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Youngstown, OH
The metro median is 5% below the Ohio statewide median of $29.32 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 1,330 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Youngstown-Warren metro area, 8.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.26 | $46,300 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.94 | $51,880 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.95 | $58,130 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.30 | $60,940 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $31.75 | $66,040 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Youngstown ranks
- 268th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 125th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 10th 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.
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- Overall prices in Youngstown-Warren run 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 47% below the U.S. average (index 53.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.95 median hour buys what $31.98 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 Youngstown paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,006
- Per year: $50,310
- Per month: $4,192
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Youngstown-Warren metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Youngstown
| 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 Ohio
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Acadia Healthcare · Columbus, OH
$26.50–$32.94/ hour
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Veterans Health Administration · Chillicothe, OH
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Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
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Hospitals in Youngstown
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical Hospital At Southwoods Youngstown, OH | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Mh St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Youngstown, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Generations Behavioral Health-Youngstown Llc Youngstown, 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 Mahoning County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Mahoning County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton, OH | 43 mi | $28.40/hr | 69,211 |
| Akron, OH | 46 mi | $29.67/hr | 189,664 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 48 mi | $29.67/hr | 50,979 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 57 mi | $29.23/hr | 307,668 |
| Parma, OH | 60 mi | $30.34/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 60 mi | $30.34/hr | 365,379 |
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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.
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Youngstown, OH?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Youngstown-Warren metro area have a median pay of $27.95 per hour, about $58,130 a year. The middle half earn between $24.94 and $29.30 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Youngstown a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Youngstown-Warren ranks 125th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 268th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Youngstown?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown, led by Surgical Hospital At Southwoods. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Youngstown 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 Youngstown in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Mahoning 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 Youngstown?
The federal per diem benchmark in Youngstown 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.
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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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