Lakeland Behavioral Health System

Health system employer · Based in Springfield, MO

On the floor

What the day-to-day looks like

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The city

Living in Springfield, MO

Springfield nestles into the Ozark hills where Route 66 still threads through downtown, and your paycheck goes further—cost of living sits about 11% below the national average. Between shifts, tube the James River, catch a Springfield Cardinals game at Hammons Field, or lose yourself in the Wonders of Wildlife aquarium next to Bass Pro's flagship.

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Metro price level · Springfield area: 11% below the national average; BEA index 88.6 (100 = national)
Median gross rent: $964/mo; rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income: $49,311/yr; all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

The reality check

Before you decide

Quick facts

Relationship: Umbrella organization
Roles last seen active: Aug 26, 2026

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