Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Massachusetts
The median licensed practical nurse in Massachusetts earns $36.81 an hour, or $76,560 a year. That’s $6.84 above the national median, ranking #5 of 51.
- Median hourly$36.81
- Median yearly$76,560
- Bottom 10% earn under$30.28/hr
- Top 10% earn over$43.38/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$36.73
- LPN/LVNs employed15,210
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Massachusetts, occupation 29-2061. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all LPN/LVNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Massachusetts
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $49.03/hr | $101,970/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $21.83/hr | $45,410/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $66.77/hr | $138,890/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open LPN/LVN jobs in Massachusetts
- Staff Nurse LPN- FT DaysHebrew SeniorLifeDedham, MA$33–$45/hrLPN/LVNFull-timeDays
- Home Health - LPNTufts MedicineMalden, MA$31–$36.61/hrLPN/LVNFull-time
- Staff Nurse LPNHebrew SeniorLifeRoslindale, MA$33–$45/hrLPN/LVNPart-time
- Licensed Practical Nurse (Psychiatry)Veterans Health AdministrationBrockton, MA$67k–$104k/yrLPN/LVNPsychFull-timeCloses Nov 13, 2026
- Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse (Mental Health)Veterans Health AdministrationBedford, MA$64k–$99k/yrLPN/LVNPsychFull-timeCloses Jan 22, 2027
- Licensed Practical NurseCenterWell (Humana)Yarmouth, MA$37–$52/hrLPN/LVNFull-time