Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $60,830 -2.4% vs national
Median hourly $29.24
10th percentile $50,010
90th percentile $74,750
Employed locally 660
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,010
    25th
    $53,080
    50th (median)
    $60,830
    75th
    $69,990
    90th
    $74,750

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $83,150
    Pharmacy Technicians $41,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,200
    Dental Hygienists $82,450
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians $41,620
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $71,100

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in South Central Wisconsin is $29.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.72 or more per hour.

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

    The median Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in South Central Wisconsin is 2.4% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (10th percentile) earn around $50,010 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,080.