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LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - ED
Geisinger · Scranton, PA
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Scranton, PA
Pay for licensed practical nurses in the Scranton area centers on $29.48 per hour, or about $61,310 a year. The lower quarter earns under $25.32 and the upper quarter over $30.62. That ranks 172nd of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 150th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Scranton. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Scranton.
- $29.48median pay per hour, Scranton
- $25–$31typical range per hour
- 1,920licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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4 more open roles from employers in Scranton. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Endocrinology
Geisinger · Scranton, PA
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LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - NEW Advanced Acute Care Unit
Geisinger · Scranton, PA
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LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Wound Care - Orthopedics
Geisinger · Scranton, PA
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Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Scranton, PA
The metro median is 1% below the Pennsylvania statewide median of $29.81 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 1,920 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre metro area, 7.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.56 | $49,000 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.32 | $52,670 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.48 | $61,310 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.62 | $63,690 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.00 | $72,800 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Scranton ranks
- 172nd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 150th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 15 Pennsylvania 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 Scranton--Wilkes-Barre run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 33% below the U.S. average (index 67.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.48 median hour buys what $31.51 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Scranton paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,061
- Per year: $53,064
- Per month: $4,422
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Scranton
| 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 Pennsylvania
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Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN, Home Health $5000 Bonus
AccentCare · Exton, PA
$67k–$75k/ year
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Veterans Health Administration · York, PA
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Veterans Health Administration · Aspinwall, PA
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Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Carlisle Barracks, PA
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Hospitals in Scranton
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Scranton, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geisinger-Community Medical Center Scranton, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Regional Hospital Of Scranton Scranton, PA | Acute care | For-profit | 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 Lackawanna County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lackawanna County (2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem, PA | 56 mi | $29.90/hr | 79,453 |
| Allentown, PA | 57 mi | $29.90/hr | 127,138 |
| Reading, PA | 75 mi | $30.79/hr | 96,000 |
| Plainfield, NJ | 85 mi | $35.00/hr | 56,507 |
| Paterson, NJ | 85 mi | $35.00/hr | 160,463 |
| Clifton, NJ | 87 mi | $35.00/hr | 90,322 |
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License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania license by endorsement.
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Scranton, PA?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre metro area have a median pay of $29.48 per hour, about $61,310 a year. The middle half earn between $25.32 and $30.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Scranton a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Scranton--Wilkes-Barre ranks 150th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 172nd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Scranton?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Scranton, led by Geisinger-Community Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Scranton as a licensed practical nurse?
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Scranton in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lackawanna 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 Scranton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Scranton 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 Scranton?
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Your LPN / LVN pay reportScranton, PA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AccentCareExton, PA · 2 postings$35.94/ hr$32–$40
- Veterans Health AdministrationYork, PA · 3 postings$34.36/ hr$24–$45
- AmedisysLancaster, PA · 3 postings$28.71/ hr$26–$38
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- Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN, Home Health $5000 BonusPermanent$67k–$75k/ year
- Licensed Practical Nurse - York VACCPermanent$50k–$78k/ year
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