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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Rehabilitation
LifePoint Health · Tacoma, WA
$32.00–$47.10/ hour
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Bellingham, WA
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Bellingham area earn a median of $36.95 per hour, about $76,860 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $33.71 and $39.87. That ranks 22nd of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 19th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bellingham. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bellingham.
- $36.95median pay per hour, Bellingham
- $34–$40typical range per hour
- 150licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Bellingham, WA
The metro median is 4% below the Washington statewide median of $38.32 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 150 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Bellingham metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.41).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.07 | $58,390 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $33.71 | $70,120 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Median | $36.95 | $76,860 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.87 | $82,930 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.93 | $95,530 | 53% above U.S. median |
How Bellingham ranks
- 22nd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 19th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 8 Washington 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.
What your pay buys in Bellingham
- Overall prices in Bellingham run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.95 median hour buys what $35.76 buys at the national price level, 19% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,330
- Per year: $66,510
- Per month: $5,542
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bellingham metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bellingham
| 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).
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Hospitals in Bellingham
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bellingham, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peacehealth St Joseph Medical Center Bellingham, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Whatcom County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Whatcom County (1 geographic, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marysville, WA | 49 mi | $38.69/hr | 76,209 |
| Everett, WA | 56 mi | $38.69/hr | 113,011 |
| Bothell, WA | 69 mi | $38.69/hr | 51,770 |
| Shoreline, WA | 69 mi | $38.69/hr | 66,251 |
| Kirkland, WA | 74 mi | $38.69/hr | 95,499 |
| Redmond, WA | 76 mi | $38.69/hr | 82,195 |
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License and tax basics in Washington
Washington is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Washington board for a license by endorsement before working here.
Washington 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 Bellingham, WA?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Bellingham metro area have a median pay of $36.95 per hour, about $76,860 a year. The middle half earn between $33.71 and $39.87 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bellingham a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Bellingham ranks 19th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 22nd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Bellingham?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bellingham, led by Peacehealth St Joseph Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Bellingham as a licensed practical nurse?
Washington is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Washington board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Bellingham in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Whatcom 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 Bellingham?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bellingham 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 reportBellingham, WA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysKennewick, WA · 2 postings$39.00/ hr$33–$46
- MultiCareAuburn, WA · 7 postings$38.99/ hr$27–$51
- CommonSpirit HealthTACOMA, WA · 5 postings$38.49/ hr$27–$53
- Military Treatment Facilities under DHATacoma, WA · 4 postings$34.61/ hr$30–$39
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$37.29High$49
24 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Washington, 19 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 24 LPN / LVN roles
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - RehabilitationPermanent$32.00–$47.10/ hour
- LPN Dispensing NursePermanent$32.00–$35.00/ hour
+ 22 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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