How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Massachusetts?
$80,220a year
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Massachusetts. That is $38.57 an hour or $6,685 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.57
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,690Median: $80,220Highest 10%: $93,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,690 | $29.66 | |
| 25th | $72,610 | $34.91 | |
| Median | $80,220 | $38.57 | |
| 75th | $84,570 | $40.66 | |
| 90th | $93,980 | $45.18 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $82,190 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $81,250 |
| Worcester, MA | $79,060 |
| Providence, RI | $78,990 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $78,480 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $78,080 |
| Springfield, MA | $77,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| 1. Washington | $83,150 |
| 2. Alaska | $80,800 |
| 3. Oregon | $80,470 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $80,220 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $80,090 |
| 6. California | $79,750 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $77,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $38.57 ($80,220 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $80,220 against $64,400 nationally, 25% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $82,190 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.