Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in California
Licensed practical nurses in California earn an average of $65,140 per year (or $31.32 per hour).
California licensed practical nurses earn 25% higher than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in California
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $79,380 | $38 |
| 75th Percentile | $75,380 | $36 |
| Median | $61,600 | $29 |
| 25th Percentile | $58,340 | $28 |
80% of California LPNs earn between $47,750 and $79,380.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in California
Adjusted for cost-of-living, California LPNs earn about $59,003 per year. Cost-of-living in California is 10% higher than the national average, meaning they face higher prices for food, housing, and transportation compared to other states.
How much do similar professions get paid in California?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $232,540 per year |
| Nurse Midwife | $159,590 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $151,830 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $124,000 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,970 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $104,500 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $49,990 per year |
At a $65,140 average annual salary, LPNs in California tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($232,540), nurse midwives ($159,590), nurse practitioners ($151,830), registered nurses ($124,000), dental hygienists ($109,970), and physical therapists ($104,500). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($49,990).
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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