LVN/LPN Salary by State
Compare licensed vocational nurse salaries across all 50 states. View average, median, and percentile salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Compare licensed vocational nurse salaries across states using 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Data source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 data, last updated 2026-06-21)
Highest Paying States
1 Washington
$83,900 2 California
$82,340 3 Oregon
$81,420 4 Rhode Island
$80,120 5 Alaska
$80,000 Fastest Growing States
1 Florida
10% growth
2 Texas
10% growth
3 Arizona
9% growth
4 Nevada
9% growth
5 Georgia
8% growth
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average LVN/LPN salary in the US?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 data), the national average salary for licensed vocational nurses is
$67,050, with a median of $64,400.
Salaries range from $49,740 (10th percentile) to $83,440 (90th percentile).
Which state pays LVN/LPNs the most?
Washington pays licensed vocational nurses the highest average salary at $83,900 per year.
However, it's important to consider cost of living when comparing salaries. States with lower salaries
may have significantly lower living costs.
What factors affect LVN/LPN salary?
Several factors influence LVN/LPN salaries: geographic location, years of experience, education level,
specialty certifications, work setting (hospital, clinic, private practice), shift differentials, and union representation.
How often is salary data updated?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics releases updated Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) data annually,
typically in the spring. Our data was last updated on 2026-06-21 and reflects 2025 figures.
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