Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,120 +1.3% vs national
Median hourly $30.34
10th percentile $40,680
90th percentile $77,340
Employed locally 230
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,680
    25th
    $53,940
    50th (median)
    $63,120
    75th
    $66,560
    90th
    $77,340

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $89,650
    Physical Therapists $95,640
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,590
    Dental Hygienists $102,020
    Emergency Medical Technicians $44,380
    Nurse Practitioners $125,560

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Southwest Colorado is $30.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.38 or more per hour.

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

    The median Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in Southwest Colorado is 1.3% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (10th percentile) earn around $40,680 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,940.