Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Georgia

$26,922 $87,371
10th pct Median: $50,797 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$26,922
25th Percentile$36,574
50th (Median)$50,797
75th Percentile$70,100
90th (Top Earners)$87,371
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Georgia median salary of $50,797 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses has the purchasing power of approximately $54,039 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Georgia's lower cost of living (COL index: 94) 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 Georgia?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Georgia earn a median annual salary of $50,797 per year ($24.42/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $54,620.
Is Georgia a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Georgia pays slightly below the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses. Cost of living in Georgia is lower average (COL index: 94).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Georgia?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 94 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $50,797 salary in Georgia has the purchasing power of approximately $54,039 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Georgia increase real purchasing power.
How does Georgia 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 Georgia

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $308,946
2 Radiologists $288,226
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $284,785
4 Neurologists $274,908
5 Surgeons, All Other $273,904
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $252,848
7 Psychiatrists $232,312
8 Physicians, Pathologists $226,846
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Georgia

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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