Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Florida
Licensed practical nurses in Florida earn an average of $47,860 per year (or $23.01 per hour).
Florida licensed practical nurses earn 7% lower than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in Florida
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $59,690 | $28 |
| 75th Percentile | $48,990 | $23 |
| Median | $47,000 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $44,920 | $21 |
80% of Florida LPNs earn between $36,930 and $59,690.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in Florida
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Florida LPNs earn about $47,527 per year. Cost-of-living in Florida is 0% 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 Florida?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $170,950 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $104,830 per year |
| Nurse Midwife | $91,160 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $90,630 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $73,180 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $72,000 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $36,040 per year |
At a $47,860 average annual salary, LPNs in Florida tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($170,950), nurse practitioners ($104,830), nurse midwives ($91,160), physical therapists ($90,630), dental hygienists ($73,180), and registered nurses ($72,000). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($36,040).
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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