Average Lactation Consultant Nurse Salary

$51.02/hour

This is equal to the nursing US average

Last updated on October 6, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Lactation Consultant Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages

$51.02/hour

This is equal to the nursing US average

$50.77/hour

United States

Where do Lactation Consultant Nurses get paid the most?

Texas pays Lactation Consultant Nurses the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Georgia ($49). Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the national average for Lactation Consultant Nurses is $51 per hour — Texas pays 1% more.

StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Texas$51$60
Georgia$49$53
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Lactation Consultant Nurse jobs?

Patterns Hiring - Perm pays Lactation Consultant Nurses the most, averaging $67 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($48) and Parkland Health and Hospital System ($46). For comparison, the national average for Lactation Consultant Nurses is $51 per hour — Patterns Hiring - Perm pays 30% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Patterns Hiring - Perm$67$67
Perm Staff Jobs$48$53
Parkland Health and Hospital System$46$46

Last updated on October 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Lactation Consultant Nurse FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Lactation Consultant RN?

Earning your Advanced Nurse Lactation Consultant (ANLC) or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) often increases your salary potential as a lactation consultant or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Advanced Nurse Lactation Consultant (ANLC) boost my salary as a Lactation Consultant RN?

Yes, having a Advanced Nurse Lactation Consultant (ANLC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a lactation consultant nurse.

Can having a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) boost my salary as a Lactation Consultant RN?

Yes, having a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a lactation consultant nurse.

Where can I learn more about working as a Lactation Consultant Nurse?

Take a look at Vivian's Lactation Consultant Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.