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Advanced Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Health Administration · Green Bay, WI
$58k–$75k/ year
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Kenosha, WI
The median licensed practical nurse pay in the Kenosha area is $29.63 per hour ($61,640 a year), with the typical range running from $27.88 to $31.76. That ranks 157th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 267th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Kenosha. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Kenosha.
- $29.63median pay per hour, Kenosha
- $28–$32typical range per hour
- 160licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Kenosha, WI
The metro median is 1% above the Wisconsin statewide median of $29.35 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 160 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Kenosha metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.52).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.23 | $50,400 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.88 | $57,990 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.63 | $61,640 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.76 | $66,060 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.06 | $75,000 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Kenosha ranks
- 157th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 267th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 12 Wisconsin 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 Kenosha
- Overall prices in Kenosha run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.63 median hour buys what $29.30 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,067
- Per year: $53,334
- Per month: $4,444
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kenosha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kenosha
| 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 Wisconsin
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Mercy · Wisconsin
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Advocate Health · Burlington, WI
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Hospitals in Kenosha
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Kenosha, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Medical Center Kenosha Kenosha, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Froedtert South Inc. Kenosha, WI | Acute care | Government and federal | 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 Kenosha County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Kenosha County (1 population-group, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Racine, WI | 10 mi | $30.41/hr | 78,057 |
| Waukegan, IL | 15 mi | $35.06/hr | 88,570 |
| West Allis, WI | 30 mi | $29.96/hr | 59,784 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 33 mi | $29.96/hr | 563,531 |
| Palatine, IL | 34 mi | $35.06/hr | 65,951 |
| Arlington Heights, IL | 34 mi | $35.06/hr | 75,596 |
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License and tax basics in Wisconsin
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin license by endorsement.
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Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Kenosha, WI?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Kenosha metro area have a median pay of $29.63 per hour, about $61,640 a year. The middle half earn between $27.88 and $31.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kenosha a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Kenosha ranks 267th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 157th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do licensed practical nurses work in Kenosha?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Kenosha, led by Aurora Medical Center Kenosha. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Kenosha as a licensed practical nurse?
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Kenosha in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Kenosha 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 Kenosha?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kenosha 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 Kenosha?
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Your LPN / LVN pay reportKenosha, WI · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationGreen Bay, WI · 6 postings$30.00/ hr$20–$40
- Advocate HealthBurlington, WI · 4 postings$29.56/ hr$22–$36
- MercyWisconsin · 10 postings$28.97/ hr$22–$37
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$22Median$29.17High$37
21 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Wisconsin, 19 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 21 LPN / LVN roles
- Advanced Licensed Practical NursePer diem$58k–$75k/ year
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical Unit - NightsPermanent$23.18–$37.10/ hour
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