Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: Texas
Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary
$33.55/hour
The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Texas is $33.55 per hour. This is equal to the US average
Last updated on September 24, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$33.55/hour
Texas
This is equal to the US average
$33.71/hour
United States
What type of LPN / LVN Nurses make the most money in Texas?
Only LPN / LVN reports pay data among Nursing specialties in Texas, averaging $30 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 $34 per hour — LPN / LVN earns 11% less.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| LPN / LVN | $30 | $38 |
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Texas compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $35 per hour, followed by Oklahoma ($29) and Missouri ($21). Kansas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $37. For comparison, the Texas average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $34 per hour — Kansas pays 5% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $35 | $37 |
| Oklahoma | $29 | $33 |
| Missouri | $21 | $26 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Texas?
CoreCivic pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $34 per hour, followed by Elara Caring ($31) and TK Health ($29). CoreCivic also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $36. For comparison, the Texas average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $34 per hour — CoreCivic pays 2% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| CoreCivic | $34 | $36 |
| Elara Caring | $31 | $32 |
| TK Health | $29 | $29 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $23 | $23 |
Last updated on September 24, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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