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Ascension Health · Tulsa, OK
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Tulsa, OK
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Tulsa area earn a median of $28.56 per hour, about $59,410 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $23.98 and $29.80. That ranks 230th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 124th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Tulsa.
- $28.56median pay per hour, Tulsa
- $24–$30typical range per hour
- 2,510licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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7 more open roles from employers in Tulsa. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Fresenius Medical Care · Tulsa, OK
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Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN
Ardent Health · Tulsa, OK
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Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN General Surgery Clinic
Ardent Health · Tulsa, OK
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical Oncology Clinic - Stephenson Cancer Center at Hillcrest - Tulsa
OU Health · Tulsa, OK
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PermanentPosted 22 days ago
LPN Dispensing Nurse
Acadia Healthcare · Tulsa, OK
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Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Pulmonology Clinic
Ardent Health · Tulsa, OK
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Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Tulsa, OK
The metro median is 6% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $26.86 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 2,510 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Tulsa metro area, 5.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.35).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.71 | $47,240 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.98 | $49,880 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.56 | $59,410 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.80 | $61,980 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $33.69 | $70,080 | 12% above U.S. median |
How Tulsa ranks
- 230th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 124th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Oklahoma 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 Tulsa run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.56 median hour buys what $32.01 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 Tulsa paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,028
- Per year: $51,408
- Per month: $4,284
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tulsa metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Tulsa
| 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 Oklahoma
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Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Sill, OK
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Veterans Health Administration · Ardmore, OK
$41k–$74k/ year
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Amedisys · Oklahoma City, OK
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Hospitals in Tulsa
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa, 3 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Other | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Hospital South, Llc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Hospital, Inc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St John Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hillcrest Hospital South Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hillcrest Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma State University Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Council Oak Comprehensive Healthcare Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Brookhaven Hospital, Llc Tulsa, OK | 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 Tulsa County
HRSA lists 8 active primary care shortage designations that include Tulsa County (1 population-group, 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broken Arrow, OK | 9 mi | $28.56/hr | 122,756 |
| Stillwater, OK | 65 mi | $26.86/hr | 50,138 |
| Edmond, OK | 90 mi | $28.34/hr | 99,040 |
| Bentonville, AR | 94 mi | $28.57/hr | 61,791 |
| Midwest City, OK | 95 mi | $28.34/hr | 58,505 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 97 mi | $28.57/hr | 103,134 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Oklahoma · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oklahoma
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma license by endorsement.
Oklahoma 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 Tulsa, OK?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Tulsa metro area have a median pay of $28.56 per hour, about $59,410 a year. The middle half earn between $23.98 and $29.80 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tulsa a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Tulsa ranks 124th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 230th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Tulsa?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa, led by Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Tulsa as a licensed practical nurse?
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Tulsa in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 8 active primary care shortage designations that include Tulsa 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 Tulsa?
The federal per diem benchmark in Tulsa 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 Tulsa?
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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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