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 65% lower than the US average of $33.83.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$20.55/hour
Kentucky
65% lower than the US average.
$33.83/hour
United States
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Ohio pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $36 per hour, followed by Illinois ($35) and Tennessee ($32). Ohio also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $21 per hour — Ohio pays 74% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $36 | $38 |
| Illinois | $35 | $37 |
| Tennessee | $32 | $35 |
| Missouri | $21 | $26 |
| Arkansas | $20 | $25 |
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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