Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Alabama

$25,475 $82,674
10th pct Median: $48,066 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$25,475
25th Percentile$34,608
50th (Median)$48,066
75th Percentile$66,331
90th (Top Earners)$82,674
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Alabama median salary of $48,066 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses has the purchasing power of approximately $53,825 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Alabama's lower cost of living (COL index: 89.3) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses make in Alabama?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Alabama earn a median annual salary of $48,066 per year ($23.11/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $54,620.
Is Alabama a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Alabama pays slightly below the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses. Cost of living in Alabama is lower average (COL index: 89.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Alabama?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 89.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $48,066 salary in Alabama has the purchasing power of approximately $53,825 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Alabama increase real purchasing power.
How does Alabama compare to neighboring states for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Alabama

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $292,336
2 Radiologists $272,730
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $269,474
4 Neurologists $260,128
5 Surgeons, All Other $259,178
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $239,254
7 Psychiatrists $219,822
8 Physicians, Pathologists $214,650
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Alabama

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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