Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: Texas
Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary
$33.02/hour
The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Texas is $33.02 per hour. This is 4% higher than the US average of $31.62.
Last updated on November 8, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$33.02/hour
Texas
4% higher than the US average.
$31.62/hour
United States
What cities in Texas pay the most for LPN / LVN Nurses?
Richardson, Texas, Irving, Texas, and Addison, Texas pay Licensed Practical Nurses the most, along with 2 others, all averaging $25 per hour. Richardson, Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $32. For comparison, the Texas average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $33 per hour — Richardson, Texas, Irving, Texas, and Addison, Texas pay 26% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Richardson, Texas | $25 | $32 |
| Irving, Texas | $25 | $32 |
| Addison, Texas | $25 | $32 |
| Dallas, Texas | $25 | $32 |
| Arlington, Texas | $25 | $32 |
What type of LPN / LVN Nurses make the most money in Texas?
Only LPN / LVN reports pay data among Nursing specialties in Texas, averaging $33 per hour. LPN / LVN also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the Texas average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $33 per hour — LPN / LVN earns 1% less.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| LPN / LVN | $33 | $38 |
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Texas compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $34 per hour, followed by Kansas ($34) and Oklahoma ($31). Kansas has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the Texas average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $33 per hour — Missouri pays 4% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $34 | $35 |
| Kansas | $34 | $38 |
| Oklahoma | $31 | $35 |
| Louisiana | $30 | $35 |
| Nebraska | $27 | $27 |
| Colorado | $26 | $31 |
| Mississippi | $25 | $30 |
| New Mexico | $23 | $30 |
| Arkansas | $20 | $25 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Texas?
CoreCivic pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $36 per hour, followed by Elara Caring ($32) and TK Health ($29). For comparison, the Texas average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $33 per hour — CoreCivic pays 8% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| CoreCivic | $36 | $36 |
| Elara Caring | $32 | $32 |
| TK Health | $29 | $30 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $27 | $32 |
| Gentiva | $26 | $26 |
Last updated on November 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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