Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $79,820 +28% vs national
Median hourly $38.38
10th percentile $60,060
90th percentile $94,110
Employed locally 330
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,060
    25th
    $72,030
    50th (median)
    $79,820
    75th
    $86,840
    90th
    $94,110

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$103,400
    Pharmacy Technicians$49,200
    Paramedics$85,590
    Physicians, All Other$315,660
    Pharmacists$155,330
    Emergency Medical Technicians$48,850

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Western Washington is $38.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.29 or more per hour.

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

    The median Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in Western Washington is 28% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (10th percentile) earn around $60,060 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,030.