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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

Stable

Top Paying State

Washington

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
WA
WashingtonCompact: No
79,700Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
RI
Rhode IslandCompact: Yes
77,940Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
77,670Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
CA
CaliforniaCompact: Pending
77,170Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
OR
OregonCompact: Yes
76,570Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: No
76,560Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails