Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $63,560 +2% vs national
Median hourly $30.56
10th percentile $51,580
90th percentile $81,840
Employed locally 490
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,580
    25th
    $60,450
    50th (median)
    $63,560
    75th
    $74,420
    90th
    $81,840

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $88,510
    Pharmacy Technicians $45,380
    Nurse Practitioners $117,520
    Pharmacists $132,600
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,160
    Physical Therapists $102,940

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Maryland is $30.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.74 or more per hour.

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

    The median Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in Maryland is 2% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (10th percentile) earn around $51,580 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,450.