Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: California

Q: What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in California?

The highest paying employer in California for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs is Keck Medicine of USC, paying up to $37/hr. This is 23% higher than the average pay for Licensed Practical Nurse roles in California.

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Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary

$28.96/hour

The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in California is $28.96 per hour. This is 8% lower than the US average of $31.19.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages

$28.96/hour

California

8% lower than the US average.

$31.19/hour

United States

What type of LPN / LVN Nurses make the most money in California?

Specialty	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
LPN / LVN	$19	$44

How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in California compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Texas	$29	$29
Oregon	$26	$31
Arizona	$26	$31
Colorado	$26	$31

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in California?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Keck Medicine of USC	$37	$38
Gentiva	$35	$35
Top Line Home HealthCare	$29	$29
Tenet Desert	$26	$26

Last updated on April 24, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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