LVN vs CNM Nursing License
Average Salary
$54,620
LVN
vs
$114,210
CNM
Job Growth
5%
LVN
vs
12%
CNM
Workforce
650K+
LVN
vs
12K+
CNM
Side-by-Side Comparison
Key Differences
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Salary
CNMs earn $59,590 more per year on average than LVNs.
Winner: CNM
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Job Growth
CNM is growing at 12%, indicating stronger demand.
Winner: CNM
Category Winners
Higher Salary
CNM $114,210
vs LVN ($54,620)
Faster Growth
CNM 12%
vs LVN (5%)
Larger Workforce
LVN 650K+
vs CNM (12K+)
Licensed Vocational Nurse
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