Licensed vocational nurse salary in United States

The average salary for a Licensed Vocational Nurse is $33.89 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 46.3k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 26, 2026.

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Licensed Vocational Nurse salaries typically range between a low of $23.65 and a high of $48.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Licensed Vocational Nurse include San Jose, CA at $38.57 per hour, Sacramento, CA at $37.15 per hour, and Los Angeles, CA at $36.00 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Licensed Vocational Nurse include Passport Health ($500,000 per year) and home health care ($208,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Licensed Vocational Nurse salary compares to related positions:

• Licensed Vocational Nurse II: Average $36.38 per hour
• Licensed Vocational Nurse III: Average $29.12 per hour