Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary

$19.37/hour

The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Louisiana is $19.37 per hour. This is 50% lower than the US average of $29.11.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Louisiana compared to National Averages

$19.37/hour

Louisiana

50% lower than the US average.

$29.11/hour

United States

What cities in Louisiana pay the most for LPN / LVN Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Kenner, Louisiana$21$25
Marrero, Louisiana$21$25
New Orleans, Louisiana$21$25
Metairie, Louisiana$21$25
What type of LPN / LVN Nurses make the most money in Louisiana?
SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
LPN / LVN$27$30
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Louisiana compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Georgia$32$35
Missouri$32$34
Texas$28$29
Oklahoma$27$29
Florida$27$29
Arkansas$26$29
Mississippi$21$24
Kentucky$21$26
Tennessee$20$25
Alabama$19$24
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Louisiana?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
TK Health$32$33

Last updated on November 3, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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