Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary

$23.24/hour

The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in New Mexico is $23.24 per hour. This is 25% lower than the US average of $28.98.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages

$23.24/hour

New Mexico

25% lower than the US average.

$28.98/hour

United States

How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
California$36$42
Colorado$31$35
Texas$31$35
Arizona$29$35
Oklahoma$27$31

Last updated on December 26, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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