Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Oregon
Licensed practical nurses in Oregon earn an average of $60,090 per year (or $28.89 per hour).
Oregon licensed practical nurses earn 15% higher than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in Oregon
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $73,680 | $35 |
| 75th Percentile | $63,040 | $30 |
| Median | $60,240 | $28 |
| 25th Percentile | $57,350 | $27 |
80% of Oregon LPNs earn between $47,670 and $73,680.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in Oregon
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Oregon LPNs earn about $58,567 per year. Cost-of-living in Oregon is 2% 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 Oregon?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $225,560 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,190 per year |
| Nurse Midwife | $122,880 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $98,630 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,420 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $90,470 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $45,240 per year |
At a $60,090 average annual salary, LPNs in Oregon tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($225,560), nurse practitioners ($128,190), nurse midwives ($122,880), registered nurses ($98,630), dental hygienists ($94,420), and physical therapists ($90,470). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($45,240).
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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