Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: Louisiana

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

The highest paying employer in Louisiana for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs is TK Health, paying up to $30/hr. This is 35% higher than the average pay for Licensed Practical Nurse roles in Louisiana.

Q: What cities in Louisiana pay the most for LPN / LVN Nurses?

Covington is currently the highest paying city in Louisiana for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs, paying up to $25/hr. This is 9% higher than the average pay for Licensed Practical Nurse roles in Louisiana. Other top paying cities include Harahan, paying up to $25/hr, Kenner, paying up to $25/hr, and Marrero, paying up to $25/hr.

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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 51% lower than the US average of $29.19.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Louisiana compared to National Averages

$19.37/hour

Louisiana

51% lower than the US average.

$29.19/hour

United States

What cities in Louisiana pay the most for LPN / LVN Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max 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?

Specialty	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
LPN / LVN	$27	$30
Private Duty	$26	$26

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

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Missouri	$32	$34
Georgia	$32	$35
Texas	$31	$35
Oklahoma	$27	$31
Florida	$27	$29
Tennessee	$27	$30
Mississippi	$22	$24
Kentucky	$21	$26
Arkansas	$20	$25
Alabama	$19	$24

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

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
TK Health	$30	$30

Last updated on December 20, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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