Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Central Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $73,200 +17.4% vs national
Median hourly $35.19
10th percentile $61,360
90th percentile $85,630
Employed locally 90
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,360
    25th
    $64,530
    50th (median)
    $73,200
    75th
    $75,610
    90th
    $85,630

    Top-paying metros for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $92,840
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $90,810
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $82,190
    Napa, CA $81,820
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $81,300
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $80,880

    Related occupations in Central Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $107,250
    Pharmacy Technicians $48,370
    Dental Hygienists $96,190
    Pharmacists $159,180
    Medical Records Specialists $53,600
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $79,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses make per hour in Central Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Central Oregon is $35.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.36 or more per hour.

    Is Central Oregon above or below average for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salaries?

    The median Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in Central Oregon is 17.4% above the national median of $62,340. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Central Oregon?

    Entry-level Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (10th percentile) earn around $61,360 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,530.