How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Portland?
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $40.15 an hour or $6,959 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.15
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 2,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,060 | $31.28 | |
| 25th | $77,280 | $37.15 | |
| Median | $83,510 | $40.15 | |
| 75th | $93,090 | $44.75 | |
| 90th | $102,800 | $49.41 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| Bend, OR | $83,260 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $82,410 |
| Albany, OR | $79,610 |
| Salem, OR | $79,600 |
| Medford, OR | $79,160 |
| Eugene, OR | $77,790 |
| Corvallis, OR | $74,160 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $524,400 |
| Neurologist | $337,800 |
| Physician | $333,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $286,200 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $269,700 |
| Dentist | $249,600 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $246,100 |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
| Dermatologist | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $40.15 ($83,510 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $83,510 against $64,400 nationally, 30% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $80,470, so Portland pays 4% more.
Where does Portland rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
8 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $65,060 or less a year; the top 10% make $102,800 or more.
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.