Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $67,890 +8.9% vs national
Median hourly $32.64
10th percentile $58,030
90th percentile $77,840
Employed locally 410
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,030
    25th
    $64,680
    50th (median)
    $67,890
    75th
    $74,030
    90th
    $77,840

    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 Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$96,980
    Pharmacy Technicians$39,890
    Emergency Medical Technicians$45,680
    Physical Therapists$101,820
    Dental Hygienists$95,240
    Nurse Practitioners$140,230

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Connecticut is $32.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in Connecticut is 8.9% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (10th percentile) earn around $58,030 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,680.