Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary

$26.45/hour

The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Maryland is $26.45 per hour. This is 7% lower than the US average of $28.28.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Maryland compared to National Averages

$26.45/hour

Maryland

7% lower than the US average.

$28.28/hour

United States

How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Maryland compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
New Jersey$33$35
Pennsylvania$29$32
Ohio$29$30
Virginia$22$28
North Carolina$22$28

Last updated on February 23, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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