Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Missouri
The median licensed practical nurse in Missouri earns $28.38 an hour, or $59,030 a year. That’s $1.59 below the national median, ranking #41 of 51.
- Median hourly$28.38
- Median yearly$59,030
- Bottom 10% earn under$22.31/hr
- Top 10% earn over$35.96/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$28.32
- LPN/LVNs employed14,320
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Missouri, occupation 29-2061. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all LPN/LVNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Missouri
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $38.35/hr | $79,770/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $17.87/hr | $37,170/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $60.75/hr | $126,370/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open LPN/LVN jobs in Missouri
- Practical NurseVeterans Health AdministrationKansas City, MO$50k–$78k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Dec 31, 2026
- Practical Nurse (Family Medicine)Military Health System (DHA)Fort Leonard Wood, MO$49k–$64k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Dec 31, 2026
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Pediatric & Adult Home Health | Private Duty NursingTeam Select Home CareSt Louis, MO$33–$36/hrLPN/LVNPediatricsFlexible / other
- Part Time In-Home Care LPN or RNBAYADA Home Health CareLees Summit, MOLPN/LVNPart-time
- LPN W/E - Medical Telemetry | 0.9 FT Day shift | $5,000 Sign on BonusPhelps HealthMissouriLPN/LVNCardiacFull-timeDays$5,000 sign-on bonus
- LPN Weekend Option Medical Telemetry | 0.9 FT Night Shift | $5,000 Sign on BonusPhelps HealthMissouriLPN/LVNCardiacFull-timeNightsWeekends$5,000 sign-on bonus