Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Pennsylvania

$29,238 $94,886
10th pct Median: $55,166 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$29,238
25th Percentile$39,720
50th (Median)$55,166
75th Percentile$76,129
90th (Top Earners)$94,886
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Pennsylvania median salary of $55,166 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses has the purchasing power of approximately $54,244 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Pennsylvania's higher cost of living (COL index: 101.7) 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 Pennsylvania?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Pennsylvania earn a median annual salary of $55,166 per year ($26.52/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $54,620.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Pennsylvania pays above the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Pennsylvania is near the national average (COL index: 101.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Pennsylvania?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 101.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $55,166 salary in Pennsylvania has the purchasing power of approximately $54,244 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Pennsylvania reduce real purchasing power.
How does Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $335,522
2 Radiologists $313,019
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $309,282
4 Neurologists $298,556
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $274,599
6 Psychiatrists $252,296
7 Physicians, Pathologists $246,359
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $245,773
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Pennsylvania

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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