Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky

Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary

$20.55/hour

The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Kentucky is $20.55 per hour. This is 41% lower than the US average of $29.01.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages

$20.55/hour

Kentucky

41% lower than the US average.

$29.01/hour

United States

What cities in Kentucky pay the most for LPN / LVN Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Florence, Kentucky$23$29
Covington, Kentucky$23$29
Edgewood, Kentucky$23$29
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Virginia$35$39
Pennsylvania$32$35
Georgia$28$31
Maryland$26$32
North Carolina$22$30

Last updated on March 28, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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