Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Missouri

$26,343 $85,491
10th pct Median: $49,704 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$26,343
25th Percentile$35,787
50th (Median)$49,704
75th Percentile$68,592
90th (Top Earners)$85,491
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Missouri median salary of $49,704 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses has the purchasing power of approximately $49,704 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Missouri's lower cost of living (COL index: 100) 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 Missouri?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Missouri earn a median annual salary of $49,704 per year ($23.90/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $54,620.
Is Missouri a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Missouri pays slightly below the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses. Cost of living in Missouri is near the national average (COL index: 100).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Missouri?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 100 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $49,704 salary in Missouri has the purchasing power of approximately $49,704 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Missouri increase real purchasing power.
How does Missouri 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 Missouri

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $302,302
2 Radiologists $282,027
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $278,660
4 Surgeons, All Other $268,013
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $247,411
6 Psychiatrists $227,316
7 Physicians, Pathologists $221,967
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $221,439
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Missouri

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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