Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $62,810 +0.8% vs national
Median hourly $30.20
10th percentile $51,180
90th percentile $75,020
Employed locally 660
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,180
    25th
    $59,070
    50th (median)
    $62,810
    75th
    $71,030
    90th
    $75,020

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,950
    Pharmacy Technicians $40,480
    Dental Hygienists $81,680
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,990
    Physicians, All Other $259,480
    Dentists, General $216,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in East Central Illinois is $30.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.14 or more per hour.

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

    The median Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in East Central Illinois is 0.8% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (10th percentile) earn around $51,180 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,070.