Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,140 -3.5% vs national
Median hourly $28.91
10th percentile $49,000
90th percentile $74,860
Employed locally 290
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,000
    25th
    $53,490
    50th (median)
    $60,140
    75th
    $71,210
    90th
    $74,860

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$80,120
    Pharmacy Technicians$38,930
    Emergency Medical Technicians$36,510
    Dental Hygienists$76,100
    Pharmacists$133,130
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$65,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Northern Michigan is $28.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.58 or more per hour.

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

    The median Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in Northern Michigan is 3.5% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (10th percentile) earn around $49,000 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,490.