Nurse Case Manager jobs in Lakeland, FL
The median nurse case manager pay in the Lakeland area is $38.98 per hour ($81,080 a year), with the typical range running from $36.99 to $46.22. That ranks 219th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 284th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lakeland. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lakeland.
- $38.98median pay per hour, Lakeland
- $37–$46typical range per hour
- 5,840nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Case Manager pay in Lakeland, FL
The metro median is 2% below the Florida statewide median of $39.83 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 5,840 registered nurses employed in the Lakeland-Winter Haven metro area, 22.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.06 | $64,600 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.99 | $76,940 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.98 | $81,080 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.22 | $96,140 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.35 | $98,490 | 5% above U.S. median |
How Lakeland ranks
- 219th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 284th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th of 20 Florida metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse case manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Lakeland
- Overall prices in Lakeland-Winter Haven run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.98 median hour buys what $40.13 buys at the national price level, 11% 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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- Per year: $70,164
- Per month: $5,847
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lakeland-Winter Haven metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lakeland
| 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 nurse case manager 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).
Hospitals in Lakeland
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lakeland, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Regional Medical Center Lakeland, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 Polk County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Polk County (5 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.
Nurse Case Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Haven, FL | 14 mi | $38.98/hr | 59,975 |
| Tampa, FL | 33 mi | $40.53/hr | 414,547 |
| Clermont, FL | 35 mi | $39.15/hr | 50,851 |
| Kissimmee, FL | 37 mi | $39.15/hr | 84,756 |
| St. Cloud, FL | 43 mi | $39.15/hr | 71,036 |
| Ocoee, FL | 44 mi | $39.15/hr | 51,269 |
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Florida · Nurse Case Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Florida
Florida 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 Florida license by endorsement.
Florida 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 nurse case managers make in Lakeland, FL?
Nurse Case Managers in the Lakeland-Winter Haven metro area have a median pay of $38.98 per hour, about $81,080 a year. The middle half earn between $36.99 and $46.22 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lakeland a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Lakeland-Winter Haven ranks 284th of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 219th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers work in Lakeland?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lakeland, led by Lakeland Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Lakeland as a nurse case manager?
Florida 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 Florida license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lakeland in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Polk 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 Lakeland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lakeland 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 nurse case managers in Lakeland?
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- Ultimate Care Inc.West Palm Beach, FL · 1 wage offer$39.10/ hr$39–$39
- Emanate HealthGlendora, CA · 3 postings$84.00/ hr$84–$84
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 6 postings$67.28/ hr$20–$95
- UMass Memorial Health CareMilford, MA · 4 postings$60.11/ hr$40–$85
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