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LPN Pay by City: Real Per-Diem Rates, September 2026
Live posted rates from LPN shifts bookable in the AllShifts app today.
Updated September 21, 2026 · live AllShifts shift data
Why the usual LPN salary numbers don't help you
National LPN salary averages are built from survey data that is a year old before it is published, and they blend staff wages with agency and per-diem rates. If you are deciding whether a shift this weekend is worth taking, an average from last year is the wrong tool. Every rate below is pulled from shifts posted right now in the AllShifts app across 117 city markets in 26 states, and it refreshes daily.
Posted per-diem LPN rates currently run from $25.60/hr to $72.09/hr. That spread is real money: the same license, on the same kind of unit, can earn a very different hourly rate one market over. Per-diem rates also move faster than staff wages because they reprice with local demand.
Highest-paying LPN markets right now
| City | Posted rate | Open slots |
|---|---|---|
| Buzzards Bay, MA | $44.07-$72.09/hr | 40 |
| Ithaca, NY | $39.33-$61.89/hr | 107 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $50.00-$52.00/hr | 6 |
| Gloucester, MA | $43.72-$47.40/hr | 22 |
| Oshkosh, NE | $46.80/hr | 2 |
| North Falmouth, MA | $42.31-$46.14/hr | 11 |
| Lenox, MA | $42.31-$46.14/hr | 6 |
| South Yarmouth, MA | $42.31-$46.14/hr | 4 |
| Northborough, MA | $42.31-$46.14/hr | 4 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $42.31-$46.14/hr | 3 |
| North Adams, MA | $42.31-$46.14/hr | 3 |
| Mashpee, MA | $42.31-$46.14/hr | 3 |
| Lynn, MA | $46.14/hr | 1 |
| Burwell, NE | $45.00/hr | 3 |
| Durand, IL | $42.90-$44.33/hr | 6 |
If your state licenses you as an LVN (California and Texas use the LVN title), the role is the same: click any city to see its live market page and current openings.
Most open LPN shifts right now
Pay is only half the picture. These markets have the most open slots over the next 30 days, which means the most schedule flexibility:
| City | Posted rate | Open slots |
|---|---|---|
| Hollidaysburg, PA | $37.14-$38.64/hr | 114 |
| Ithaca, NY | $39.33-$61.89/hr | 107 |
| Altoona, PA | $37.50/hr | 84 |
| Gettysburg, PA | $34.50-$35.88/hr | 48 |
| Salina, KS | $36.25-$37.70/hr | 45 |
| Buzzards Bay, MA | $44.07-$72.09/hr | 40 |
| Vineland, NJ | $32.75-$37.18/hr | 38 |
| Franklin, PA | $34.50-$35.88/hr | 37 |
| Columbus, GA | $27.60-$28.98/hr | 24 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $33.28/hr | 23 |
How per-diem LPN pay actually works on AllShifts
- The rate you see is the rate you get. Every shift in the app shows its hourly rate up front, so you never have to call a recruiter to find out what a shift pays.
- Instant pay, 7 days a week. After your shift is verified, 100% of your net pay is sent to your account via direct deposit or Zelle, weekends and holidays included, with no fees.
- Holiday rates are boosted. Working July 4th or Thanksgiving pays above the posted base rate.
- W-2 or 1099, your choice. Instant pay works either way, and W-2 means taxes are withheld for you.
Common questions
Are these rates real?
Yes. Every number on this page comes from shifts posted in the AllShifts app as of the update date above. Rates change daily as new shifts are posted; click any city to see its live market page.
Do per-diem LPN shifts pay more than staff positions?
Often, yes. Per-diem rates reprice with demand, so in markets where facilities need coverage the posted hourly rate frequently beats the local staff wage for the same work. The tradeoff is that you build your own schedule instead of getting one assigned, which many LPNs consider the point.
Why do rates differ so much between cities?
Local supply and demand. Markets with fewer available LPNs and more open shifts post higher rates. A market 90 minutes away can pay several dollars more per hour, which is worth knowing before you book.
How do I start picking up shifts?
Download the AllShifts app (iPhone / Android), create a free profile, and upload your credentials. The app walks you through the 10-point credential check, and most LPNs can book their first shift within days of applying.
Does AllShifts charge fees on instant pay?
No. Instant pay sends 100% of your net pay with no fee, every day of the week.
Pay figures on this page come from shifts currently posted in the AllShifts app and change daily. AllShifts is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.