How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Nevada?
$76,160a year
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Nevada. That is $36.62 an hour or $6,347 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.62
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,750Median: $76,160Highest 10%: $89,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,750 | $29.69 | |
| 25th | $65,930 | $31.70 | |
| Median | $76,160 | $36.62 | |
| 75th | $79,570 | $38.25 | |
| 90th | $89,420 | $42.99 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Carson City, NV | $78,790 |
| Reno, NV | $78,600 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $75,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| 6. California | $79,750 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $77,110 |
| 8. Arizona | $77,070 |
| 9. Nevada | $76,160 |
| 10. District of Columbia | $75,740 |
| 11. New Jersey | $75,160 |
| 12. Illinois | $75,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $36.62 ($76,160 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Nevada than the national average?
Yes: $76,160 against $64,400 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Nevada rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
Nevada ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Nevada pays licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses the most?
Carson City, NV, with a median of $78,790 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.