Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Washington
The median licensed practical nurse in Washington earns $38.32 an hour, or $79,700 a year. That’s $8.35 above the national median, ranking #1 of 51.
- Median hourly$38.32
- Median yearly$79,700
- Bottom 10% earn under$30.00/hr
- Top 10% earn over$46.48/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$38.45
- LPN/LVNs employed6,450
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Washington, occupation 29-2061. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all LPN/LVNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Washington
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $53.93/hr | $112,180/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $23.20/hr | $48,260/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $67.41/hr | $140,220/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open LPN/LVN jobs in Washington
- Licensed Practical NurseVeterans Health AdministrationTacoma, WA$55k–$86k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Dec 4, 2026
- Practical Nurse (Surgical)Military Health System (DHA)Tacoma, WA$66k–$86k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Nov 9, 2026
- LPN NightsMGA HomecareAuburn, WA$40–$47/hrLPN/LVNFlexible / otherNights
- LPN NightsMGA HomecareDupont, WA$40–$47/hrLPN/LVNFlexible / otherNights
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part TimeHealogicsSeattle, WA$28.48–$37.51/hrLPN/LVNPart-time
- PRACTICAL NURSE (OR)Military Health System (DHA)Tacoma, WA$66k–$86k/yrLPN/LVNORFull-timeCloses Nov 10, 2026