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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in McAllen, TX
The median licensed practical nurse pay in the McAllen area is $24.05 per hour ($50,020 a year), with the typical range running from $22.04 to $27.49. That ranks 362nd of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 310th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in McAllen. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near McAllen.
- $24.05median pay per hour, McAllen
- $22–$27typical range per hour
- 2,070licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Licensed Practical Nurse pay in McAllen, TX
The metro median is 17% below the Texas statewide median of $28.92 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 2,070 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area, 7.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.73).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.61 | $42,870 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.04 | $45,840 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.05 | $50,020 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.49 | $57,180 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.43 | $61,210 | 2% below U.S. median |
How McAllen ranks
- 362nd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 310th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 24th 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 McAllen-Edinburg-Mission run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.05 median hour buys what $28.00 buys at the national price level, 7% below 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 McAllen paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$866
- Per year: $43,290
- Per month: $3,608
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in McAllen
| 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 Texas
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Hospitals in McAllen
CMS lists 1 hospital in McAllen, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital Mcallen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 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 Hidalgo County
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Hidalgo County (6 population-group, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission, TX | 5 mi | $24.05/hr | 88,574 |
| Pharr, TX | 5 mi | $24.05/hr | 81,142 |
| Harlingen, TX | 34 mi | $25.99/hr | 72,234 |
| Brownsville, TX | 52 mi | $25.99/hr | 191,967 |
| Laredo, TX | 120 mi | $26.49/hr | 261,260 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 125 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 McAllen, TX?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area have a median pay of $24.05 per hour, about $50,020 a year. The middle half earn between $22.04 and $27.49 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is McAllen a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission ranks 310th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 362nd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in McAllen?
CMS lists 1 hospital in McAllen, led by Rio Grande Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in McAllen 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 McAllen in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Hidalgo 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 McAllen?
The federal per diem benchmark in McAllen 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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Your LPN / LVN pay reportMcAllen, 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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2What they are offering now
Low$25Median$34.56High$42
26 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Texas, 23 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 26 LPN / LVN roles
- Licensed Vocational Nurse/ LVN, Home HealthPermanent$71k–$87k/ year
- Licensed Vocational Nurse/ LVN, Home HealthPermanent$65k–$79k/ year
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