Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Ohio
Licensed practical nurses in Ohio earn an average of $48,030 per year (or $23.09 per hour).
Ohio licensed practical nurses earn 7% lower than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in Ohio
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $59,870 | $28 |
| 75th Percentile | $49,450 | $23 |
| Median | $47,270 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $44,720 | $21 |
80% of Ohio LPNs earn between $37,090 and $59,870.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in Ohio
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Ohio LPNs earn about $52,377 per year. Cost-of-living in Ohio is 8% 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 Ohio?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $187,410 per year |
| Nurse Midwife | $116,780 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $112,490 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $92,680 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $72,280 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $71,640 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $34,390 per year |
At a $48,030 average annual salary, LPNs in Ohio tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($187,410), nurse midwives ($116,780), nurse practitioners ($112,490), physical therapists ($92,680), dental hygienists ($72,280), and registered nurses ($71,640). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($34,390).
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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