How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Washington?
$83,150a year
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Washington. That is $39.98 an hour or $6,929 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.98
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,230Median: $83,150Highest 10%: $101,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,230 | $30.88 | |
| 25th | $76,920 | $36.98 | |
| Median | $83,150 | $39.98 | |
| 75th | $93,970 | $45.18 | |
| 90th | $101,000 | $48.53 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $85,690 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $83,940 |
| Portland, OR | $83,510 |
| Bremerton, WA | $81,580 |
| Olympia, WA | $81,350 |
| Kennewick, WA | $79,630 |
| Spokane, WA | $78,950 |
| Bellingham, WA | $78,740 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $78,690 |
| Longview, WA | $77,940 |
| Yakima, WA | $76,290 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $75,560 |
| Lewiston, ID | $66,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| 1. Washington | $83,150 |
| 2. Alaska | $80,800 |
| 3. Oregon | $80,470 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $80,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $39.98 ($83,150 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $83,150 against $64,400 nationally, 29% more.
Where does Washington rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $85,690 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.