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Licensed Practical Nurse

A comprehensive guide to Licensed Practical Nurse licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$63,487 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

Below national median; evaluate local demand

Top Paying State

Washington

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
WA
WashingtonCompact: No
$79,700Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
RI
Rhode IslandCompact: Yes
$77,940Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
$77,670Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
CA
CaliforniaCompact: Pending
$77,170Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
OR
OregonCompact: Yes
$76,570Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: No
$76,560Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
Showing 1-6 of 50 states