Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Oregon

$30,685 $99,583
10th pct Median: $57,897 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$30,685
25th Percentile$41,686
50th (Median)$57,897
75th Percentile$79,898
90th (Top Earners)$99,583
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Oregon median salary of $57,897 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses has the purchasing power of approximately $49,400 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Oregon's higher cost of living (COL index: 117.2) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-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 Oregon?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Oregon earn a median annual salary of $57,897 per year ($27.84/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $54,620.
Is Oregon a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Oregon pays above the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Oregon is higher average (COL index: 117.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Oregon?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 117.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $57,897 salary in Oregon has the purchasing power of approximately $49,400 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Oregon reduce real purchasing power.
How does Oregon 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 Oregon

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $352,132
2 Radiologists $328,515
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $324,593
4 Neurologists $313,336
5 Surgeons, All Other $312,191
6 Psychiatrists $264,786
7 Physicians, Pathologists $258,555
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $257,940
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Oregon

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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