Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Washington
Also called: Licensed Practical Nurses
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Washington earn a median of $83,150 a year, +29% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $83,150
- vs. U.S. median
- +29% ($64,400)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,780
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $64,230; the top 10% earn over $100,950. Nationally the range is $49,740 to $83,440.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Registered Nurses$124,200 median in Washington
- Critical Care Nurses$124,200 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Acute Care Nurses$124,200 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Medical Assistants$59,290 median in Washington
- Midwives$80,730 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Nurse Midwives$158,970 median in Washington
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay in Washington
How much do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make in Washington?
The median is $83,150 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $64,230 and the top 10% earn over $100,950. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+29% vs. the national median of $64,400). Living costs are not included.