Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Connecticut
Licensed practical nurses in Connecticut earn an average of $59,440 per year (or $28.58 per hour).
Connecticut licensed practical nurses earn 14% higher than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in Connecticut
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $65,460 | $31 |
| 75th Percentile | $61,390 | $29 |
| Median | $60,120 | $28 |
| 25th Percentile | $58,340 | $28 |
80% of Connecticut LPNs earn between $47,260 and $65,460.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in Connecticut
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Connecticut LPNs earn about $57,485 per year. Cost-of-living in Connecticut is 3% 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 Connecticut?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $276,540 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $120,450 per year |
| Nurse Midwife | $111,980 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $101,180 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $88,610 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $88,530 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $38,050 per year |
At a $59,440 average annual salary, LPNs in Connecticut tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($276,540), nurse practitioners ($120,450), nurse midwives ($111,980), physical therapists ($101,180), dental hygienists ($88,610), and registered nurses ($88,530). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($38,050).
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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