Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Massachusetts
Licensed practical nurses in Massachusetts earn an average of $61,820 per year (or $29.72 per hour).
Massachusetts licensed practical nurses earn 19% higher than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in Massachusetts
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $76,650 | $36 |
| 75th Percentile | $62,680 | $30 |
| Median | $60,190 | $28 |
| 25th Percentile | $59,030 | $28 |
80% of Massachusetts LPNs earn between $47,940 and $76,650.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in Massachusetts
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Massachusetts LPNs earn about $57,560 per year. Cost-of-living in Massachusetts is 7% 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 Massachusetts?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $219,680 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,540 per year |
| Nurse Midwife | $129,360 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $96,630 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $91,840 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $87,030 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $40,390 per year |
At a $61,820 average annual salary, LPNs in Massachusetts tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($219,680), nurse practitioners ($129,540), nurse midwives ($129,360), registered nurses ($96,630), physical therapists ($91,840), and dental hygienists ($87,030). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($40,390).
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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