How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Georgia?
$62,030a year
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Georgia. That is $29.82 an hour or $5,169 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.82
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 21,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,010Median: $62,030Highest 10%: $76,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,010 | $22.12 | |
| 25th | $52,900 | $25.43 | |
| Median | $62,030 | $29.82 | |
| 75th | $70,690 | $33.99 | |
| 90th | $76,690 | $36.87 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $65,060 |
| Gainesville, GA | $64,080 |
| Augusta, GA | $63,760 |
| Savannah, GA | $62,810 |
| Rome, GA | $61,710 |
| Athens, GA | $61,600 |
| Macon, GA | $60,990 |
| Columbus, GA | $59,330 |
| Brunswick, GA | $59,200 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $58,580 |
| Albany, GA | $58,310 |
| Dalton, GA | $54,380 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $54,280 |
| Hinesville, GA | $53,930 |
| Valdosta, GA | $49,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| 33. North Dakota | $62,300 |
| 34. Texas | $62,240 |
| 35. Montana | $62,210 |
| 36. Georgia | $62,030 |
| 37. Ohio | $61,950 |
| 38. South Carolina | $61,820 |
| 39. Florida | $61,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $29.82 ($62,030 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $62,030 against $64,400 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Georgia rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
Georgia ranks 36 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $65,060 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.