Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $58,480 -6.2% vs national
Median hourly $28.12
10th percentile $48,600
90th percentile $68,770
Employed locally 1,450
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,600
    25th
    $51,260
    50th (median)
    $58,480
    75th
    $62,030
    90th
    $68,770

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,270
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,660
    Physical Therapists $94,140
    Pharmacists $132,770
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $64,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Central Pennsylvania is $28.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.46 or more per hour.

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

    The median Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in Central Pennsylvania is 6.2% below 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (10th percentile) earn around $48,600 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,260.