Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Alabama
Licensed practical nurses in Alabama earn an average of $41,540 per year (or $19.97 per hour).
Alabama licensed practical nurses earn 19% lower than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in Alabama
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $49,540 | $23 |
| 75th Percentile | $47,000 | $22 |
| Median | $40,120 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $36,770 | $17 |
80% of Alabama LPNs earn between $29,390 and $49,540.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in Alabama
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Alabama LPNs earn about $46,517 per year. Cost-of-living in Alabama is 10% lower than the national average, meaning they face lower prices for food, housing, and transportation compared to other states.
How much do similar professions get paid in Alabama?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $188,840 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $102,410 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $94,210 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $61,920 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $51,130 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $32,620 per year |
At a $41,540 average annual salary, LPNs in Alabama tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($188,840), nurse practitioners ($102,410), physical therapists ($94,210), registered nurses ($61,920), and dental hygienists ($51,130). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($32,620).
More about licensed practical nurses
Licensed practical nurses (also known as licensed vocational nurses) are licensed nurses who work with patients in all kinds of settings. They work under the supervision of a doctor, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse. This is an entry-level position within nursing. LPN duties depend on the setting in which they work. Some of their general responsibilities include taking vital signs, providing immunizations, wound care, and emotional support.
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