Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary

$20.29/hour

The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in South Carolina is $20.29 per hour. This is 44% lower than the US average of $29.21.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages

$20.29/hour

South Carolina

44% lower than the US average.

$29.21/hour

United States

How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
North Carolina$34$38
Georgia$32$35
Virginia$29$39
Ohio$28$32
Florida$27$28
Tennessee$27$30
Indiana$22$28
Kentucky$21$26
Alabama$19$24

Last updated on December 17, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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