Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Wisconsin
The median licensed practical nurse in Wisconsin earns $29.35 an hour, or $61,040 a year. That’s $0.62 below the national median, ranking #29 of 51.
- Median hourly$29.35
- Median yearly$61,040
- Bottom 10% earn under$24.31/hr
- Top 10% earn over$36.00/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$29.66
- LPN/LVNs employed6,830
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Wisconsin, occupation 29-2061. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all LPN/LVNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Wisconsin
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $41.38/hr | $86,070/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $20.79/hr | $43,250/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $61.82/hr | $128,580/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open LPN/LVN jobs in Wisconsin
- Medical Assistant(MA)/LPN - Internal Medicine ClinicAdvocate HealthWest Bend, WI$21.85–$36.15/hrLPN/LVNFull-time
- Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Clinic - Family MedicineAdvocate HealthMequon, WI$21.85–$32.80/hrLPN/LVNFull-time
- Registered Nurse (RN) or LPN | Neuro / Peds Neuro | Full TimeSanford HealthMarshfield, WI$20.50–$38.50/hrLPN/LVNPediatricsFull-timeDaysSign-on bonus
- Licensed Practical Nurse Outpatient Primary CareVeterans Health AdministrationAppleton, WI$43k–$69k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Nov 16, 2026
- Registered Nurse (RN) or LPN | Neurology | Full TimeSanford HealthMarshfield, WI$20.50–$38.50/hrLPN/LVNFull-timeDaysSign-on bonus
- Licensed Practical Nurse- Laboratory (Oconomowoc VA Clinic)Veterans Health AdministrationOconomowoc, WI$64k–$83k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Nov 9, 2026