How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $36.47 an hour or $6,322 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.47
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 61 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 7,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,880 | $29.75 | |
| 25th | $65,700 | $31.59 | |
| Median | $75,860 | $36.47 | |
| 75th | $80,830 | $38.86 | |
| 90th | $87,470 | $42.05 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $36.47 ($75,860 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $75,860 against $64,400 nationally, 18% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $75,740, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
61 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,880 or less a year; the top 10% make $87,470 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.