Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Maryland
Licensed practical nurses in Maryland earn an average of $56,380 per year (or $27.11 per hour).
Maryland licensed practical nurses earn 8% higher than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in Maryland
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $65,220 | $31 |
| 75th Percentile | $61,140 | $29 |
| Median | $58,760 | $28 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,510 | $22 |
80% of Maryland LPNs earn between $46,810 and $65,220.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in Maryland
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Maryland LPNs earn about $52,938 per year. Cost-of-living in Maryland is 6% 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 Maryland?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $180,560 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $115,700 per year |
| Nurse Midwife | $113,860 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $90,710 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $89,340 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $82,660 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $37,840 per year |
At a $56,380 average annual salary, LPNs in Maryland tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($180,560), nurse practitioners ($115,700), nurse midwives ($113,860), physical therapists ($90,710), dental hygienists ($89,340), and registered nurses ($82,660). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($37,840).
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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