Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: Massachusetts
Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary
$29.01/hour
The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Massachusetts is $29.01 per hour. This is 17% lower than the US average of $33.81.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Massachusetts compared to National Averages
$29.01/hour
Massachusetts
17% lower than the US average.
$33.81/hour
United States
What cities in Massachusetts pay the most for LPN / LVN Nurses?
Brockton, Massachusetts, Stoughton, Massachusetts, and Boston, Massachusetts pay Licensed Practical Nurses the most, along with 1 other, all averaging $30 per hour. Brockton, Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $29 per hour — Brockton, Massachusetts, Stoughton, Massachusetts, and Boston, Massachusetts pay 4% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Brockton, Massachusetts | $30 | $38 |
| Stoughton, Massachusetts | $30 | $38 |
| Boston, Massachusetts | $30 | $38 |
| Brookline, Massachusetts | $30 | $38 |
What type of LPN / LVN Nurses make the most money in Massachusetts?
Only LPN / LVN reports pay data among Nursing specialties in Massachusetts, averaging $25 per hour. LPN / LVN also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $35. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $29 per hour — LPN / LVN earns 14% less.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| LPN / LVN | $25 | $35 |
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Massachusetts compare to nearby states?
New York pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $24 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($24). New York also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $30. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $29 per hour — New York pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $24 | $30 |
| Pennsylvania | $24 | $30 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Massachusetts?
Only Elara Caring reports pay data for Licensed Practical Nurses, averaging $35 per hour. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $29 per hour — Elara Caring pays 21% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring | $35 | $35 |
Last updated on October 30, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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