How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Tennessee?
$58,870a year
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Tennessee. That is $28.30 an hour or $4,906 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.30
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 20,830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,110Median: $58,870Highest 10%: $67,540
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,110 | $19.76 | |
| 25th | $49,170 | $23.64 | |
| Median | $58,870 | $28.30 | |
| 75th | $62,650 | $30.12 | |
| 90th | $67,540 | $32.47 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $61,940 |
| Memphis, TN | $59,140 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $58,580 |
| Clarksville, TN | $58,260 |
| Knoxville, TN | $57,960 |
| Morristown, TN | $55,140 |
| Kingsport, TN | $54,050 |
| Cleveland, TN | $52,350 |
| Johnson City, TN | $51,480 |
| Jackson, TN | $50,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| 41. Missouri | $61,530 |
| 42. Kentucky | $60,460 |
| 43. New Mexico | $59,330 |
| 44. Tennessee | $58,870 |
| 45. Oklahoma | $58,320 |
| 46. Louisiana | $57,470 |
| 47. Alabama | $57,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $28.30 ($58,870 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $58,870 against $64,400 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
Tennessee ranks 44 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $61,940 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.