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Licensed Vocational Nurse
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Harlingen, TX
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Harlingen, TX
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Harlingen area earn a median of $25.99 per hour, about $54,050 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.84 and $27.57. That ranks 330th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 231st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Harlingen. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Harlingen.
- $25.99median pay per hour, Brownsville
- $23–$28typical range per hour
- 1,240licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Harlingen, TX
The metro median is 10% below the Texas statewide median of $28.92 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 1,240 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Brownsville-Harlingen metro area, 7.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.91).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.46 | $42,560 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.84 | $47,510 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.99 | $54,050 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.57 | $57,350 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.96 | $62,320 | in line with U.S. median |
How Harlingen ranks
- 330th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 231st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 23rd of 24 Texas 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 Brownsville-Harlingen run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 57.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.99 median hour buys what $30.23 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Harlingen paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$936
- Per year: $46,782
- Per month: $3,898
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Brownsville-Harlingen metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Harlingen
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $127 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,407 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,291 |
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).
Open Licensed Practical Nurse roles in Texas
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Hospitals in Harlingen
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Harlingen, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlingen Medical Center Harlingen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company Llc Harlingen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Palms Behavioral Health Harlingen, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Rio Grande State Center Harlingen, TX | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Cameron County
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Cameron County (2 geographic, 2 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville, TX | 20 mi | $25.99/hr | 191,967 |
| Edinburg, TX | 30 mi | $24.05/hr | 108,733 |
| Pharr, TX | 31 mi | $24.05/hr | 81,142 |
| McAllen, TX | 34 mi | $24.05/hr | 148,782 |
| Mission, TX | 39 mi | $24.05/hr | 88,574 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 113 mi | $28.03/hr | 317,317 |
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License and tax basics in Texas
Texas 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 Texas license by endorsement.
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Harlingen, TX?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Brownsville-Harlingen metro area have a median pay of $25.99 per hour, about $54,050 a year. The middle half earn between $22.84 and $27.57 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Harlingen a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Brownsville-Harlingen ranks 231st of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 330th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Harlingen?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Harlingen, led by Harlingen Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Harlingen as a licensed practical nurse?
Texas 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 Texas license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Harlingen in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Cameron 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 Harlingen?
The federal per diem benchmark in Harlingen is $127 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,407 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 Harlingen?
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Your LPN / LVN pay reportHarlingen, TX · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AccentCarePearland, TX · 15 postings$34.62/ hr$30–$42
- Veterans Health AdministrationSan Antonio, TX · 6 postings$33.11/ hr$20–$45
- CommonSpirit HealthLake Jackson, TX · 4 postings$31.22/ hr$23–$37
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Low$25Median$34.56High$42
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