Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary

$28.96/hour

The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in California is $28.96 per hour. This is 13% lower than the US average of $32.80.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in California compared to National Averages

$28.96/hour

California

13% lower than the US average.

$32.80/hour

United States

How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in California compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Texas$31$38
Colorado$26$31

Last updated on July 14, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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