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Licensed practical nurse salary in Texas (Updated 2026)

How much does a Licensed Practical Nurse make in Texas?

Average base salary

$32.95
same
as national average
Average $32.95
Low $24.80
High $43.76

The average salary for a licensed practical nurse is $32.95 per hour in Texas and $8,062 overtime per year.1.6k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 5, 2026).

Licensed Practical Nurse job openings in Texas

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Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
Valor Healthcare2.8out of 5 stars.
Copperas Cove, TX
Full-time
18 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Licensed Practical Nurse in Texas

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Level One Personnel
 
$140,400per year
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CCRM Fertility
 
$121,680per year
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Medical Facilities of America
 
$121,680per year
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Heaven Sent Home Care & Staffi...
 
$115,440per year
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DataAnnotation
 
$114,400per year
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MorningStar Senior Living
 
$114,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Licensed Practical Nurses near Texas

  1. Lubbock, TX
    $37.30 per hour
  2. Denton, TX
    $36.05 per hour
  3. Fort Worth, TX
    $35.31 per hour
  4. Houston, TX
    $34.58 per hour
  5. Abilene, TX
    $33.91 per hour

Where can a Licensed Practical Nurse earn more?

Compare salaries for Licensed Practical Nurses in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Licensed Practical Nurse get paid in Texas?

Senior Licensed Practical Nurse

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