Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: Idaho
Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary
$22.32/hour
The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Idaho is $22.32 per hour. This is 41% lower than the US average of $31.58.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Idaho compared to National Averages
$22.32/hour
Idaho
41% lower than the US average.
$31.58/hour
United States
What type of LPN / LVN Nurses make the most money in Idaho?
Only LPN / LVN reports pay data among Nursing specialties in Idaho, averaging $34 per hour. LPN / LVN also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $36. For comparison, the Idaho average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $22 per hour — LPN / LVN earns 54% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| LPN / LVN | $34 | $36 |
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Idaho compare to nearby states?
California pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Colorado ($37) and Nevada ($28). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the Idaho average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $22 per hour — California pays 97% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $44 | $50 |
| Colorado | $37 | $41 |
| Nevada | $28 | $35 |
| South Dakota | $28 | $29 |
| Washington | $28 | $36 |
| Oregon | $26 | $31 |
| Arizona | $26 | $31 |
| Montana | $22 | $27 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Idaho?
Only Pennant Services reports pay data for Licensed Practical Nurses, averaging $34 per hour. Pennant Services also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $36. For comparison, the Idaho average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $22 per hour — Pennant Services pays 53% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennant Services | $34 | $36 |
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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