Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Colorado
Licensed practical nurses in Colorado earn an average of $55,360 per year (or $26.62 per hour).
Colorado licensed practical nurses earn 6% higher than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in Colorado
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $63,950 | $30 |
| 75th Percentile | $60,780 | $29 |
| Median | $58,810 | $28 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,670 | $22 |
80% of Colorado LPNs earn between $45,820 and $63,950.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in Colorado
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Colorado LPNs earn about $53,799 per year. Cost-of-living in Colorado is 2% 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 Colorado?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $175,760 per year |
| Nurse Midwife | $122,620 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $112,580 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $89,870 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $87,140 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $80,670 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $40,550 per year |
At a $55,360 average annual salary, LPNs in Colorado tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($175,760), nurse midwives ($122,620), nurse practitioners ($112,580), physical therapists ($89,870), dental hygienists ($87,140), and registered nurses ($80,670). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($40,550).
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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