Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Michigan
Licensed practical nurses in Michigan earn an average of $54,090 per year (or $26.00 per hour).
Michigan licensed practical nurses earn 4% higher than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in Michigan
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $61,250 | $29 |
| 75th Percentile | $59,860 | $28 |
| Median | $56,310 | $27 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,000 | $22 |
80% of Michigan LPNs earn between $46,180 and $61,250.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in Michigan
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Michigan LPNs earn about $57,542 per year. Cost-of-living in Michigan is 6% lower than the national average, meaning they face lower prices for food, housing, and transportation compared to other states.
How much do similar professions get paid in Michigan?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $218,240 per year |
| Nurse Midwife | $112,370 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $109,150 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $87,610 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $75,930 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $66,720 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $35,690 per year |
At a $54,090 average annual salary, LPNs in Michigan tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($218,240), nurse midwives ($112,370), nurse practitioners ($109,150), physical therapists ($87,610), registered nurses ($75,930), and dental hygienists ($66,720). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($35,690).
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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