How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Mississippi?
$50,220a year
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Mississippi. That is $24.14 an hour or $4,185 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.14
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 51 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,320Median: $50,220Highest 10%: $60,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,320 | $18.90 | |
| 25th | $46,790 | $22.50 | |
| Median | $50,220 | $24.14 | |
| 75th | $58,030 | $27.90 | |
| 90th | $60,910 | $29.28 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $59,140 |
| Gulfport, MS | $56,430 |
| Jackson, MS | $53,510 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $48,350 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| 48. Arkansas | $56,620 |
| 49. West Virginia | $55,360 |
| 50. South Dakota | $52,750 |
| 51. Mississippi | $50,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $24.14 ($50,220 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $50,220 against $64,400 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
Mississippi ranks 51 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $59,140 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.