How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Salem?
$79,600a year
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $38.27 an hour or $6,633 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.27
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,420Median: $79,600Highest 10%: $95,370
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,420 | $31.45 | |
| 25th | $68,070 | $32.73 | |
| Median | $79,600 | $38.27 | |
| 75th | $82,590 | $39.71 | |
| 90th | $95,370 | $45.85 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| Portland, OR | $83,510 |
| Bend, OR | $83,260 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $82,410 |
| Albany, OR | $79,610 |
| Medford, OR | $79,160 |
| Eugene, OR | $77,790 |
| Corvallis, OR | $74,160 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $374,000 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $295,200 |
| Pediatrician | $256,700 |
| Psychiatrist | $239,200 |
| Dentist | $212,300 |
| Pharmacist | $169,200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $162,600 |
| Physician Assistant | $144,200 |
| Optometrist | $134,600 |
| Registered Nurse | $131,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $38.27 ($79,600 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $79,600 against $64,400 nationally, 24% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $80,470, so Salem pays 1% less.
Where does Salem rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
23 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $65,420 or less a year; the top 10% make $95,370 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.