Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: Georgia
Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary
$29.45/hour
The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Georgia is $29.45 per hour. This is 7% lower than the US average of $31.61.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Georgia compared to National Averages
$29.45/hour
Georgia
7% lower than the US average.
$31.61/hour
United States
What cities in Georgia pay the most for LPN / LVN Nurses?
Duluth, Georgia, Fayetteville, Georgia, and Norcross, Georgia pay Licensed Practical Nurses the most, all averaging $22 per hour. Duluth, Georgia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $29. For comparison, the Georgia average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $29 per hour — Duluth, Georgia, Fayetteville, Georgia, and Norcross, Georgia pay 27% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Duluth, Georgia | $22 | $29 |
| Fayetteville, Georgia | $22 | $29 |
| Norcross, Georgia | $22 | $29 |
What type of LPN / LVN Nurses make the most money in Georgia?
Only LPN / LVN reports pay data among Nursing specialties in Georgia, averaging $29 per hour. LPN / LVN also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $35. For comparison, the Georgia average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $29 per hour — LPN / LVN earns 3% less.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| LPN / LVN | $29 | $35 |
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Georgia compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $34 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($32) and Louisiana ($29). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the Georgia average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $29 per hour — Virginia pays 16% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $34 | $38 |
| Tennessee | $32 | $36 |
| Louisiana | $29 | $35 |
| North Carolina | $28 | $29 |
| Kentucky | $27 | $29 |
| Mississippi | $25 | $30 |
| Florida | $25 | $29 |
| Alabama | $24 | $24 |
| West Virginia | $23 | $23 |
| South Carolina | $20 | $27 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Georgia?
CoreCivic pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $32 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($24). CoreCivic also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $35. For comparison, the Georgia average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $29 per hour — CoreCivic pays 9% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| CoreCivic | $32 | $35 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $24 | $33 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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