How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Virginia?
$64,920a year
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Virginia. That is $31.21 an hour or $5,410 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.21
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 15,550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,580Median: $64,920Highest 10%: $79,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,580 | $24.32 | |
| 25th | $59,610 | $28.66 | |
| Median | $64,920 | $31.21 | |
| 75th | $74,540 | $35.84 | |
| 90th | $79,170 | $38.06 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $75,860 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $67,120 |
| Staunton, VA | $64,680 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $64,370 |
| Richmond, VA | $64,030 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $61,370 |
| Roanoke, VA | $61,210 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $60,830 |
| Winchester, VA | $60,090 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $57,460 |
| Kingsport, TN | $54,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| 20. New York | $67,180 |
| 21. Indiana | $65,720 |
| 22. Michigan | $65,460 |
| 23. Virginia | $64,920 |
| 24. Pennsylvania | $63,940 |
| 25. Idaho | $63,800 |
| 26. Wisconsin | $63,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $31.21 ($64,920 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $64,920 against $64,400 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Virginia rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
Virginia ranks 23 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $75,860 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.