Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary

$26.45/hour

The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Maryland is $26.45 per hour. This is 26% lower than the US average of $33.30.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Maryland compared to National Averages

$26.45/hour

Maryland

26% lower than the US average.

$33.30/hour

United States

How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Maryland compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Pennsylvania$30$36
Massachusetts$29$37
New Jersey$28$34
Connecticut$28$34
New York$24$30
North Carolina$22$28
West Virginia$18$23

Last updated on December 5, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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