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Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$80,220
Median Annual Salary
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+4.8% vs 2024
$79,270
Mean Salary
$80,220
Median Salary
$38.57
Hourly Rate
13,210 people work as Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $80,220 per year ($6,685/month).
This is 20.2% above the national average of $66,740.
Massachusetts ranks #4 out of 51 states for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay.
Approximately 13,210 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 4.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.
Top Skills
Service Orientation
4.12
Social Perceptiveness
4.0
Coordination
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Speaking
3.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
3.99
English Language
3.9
Psychology
3.71
Medicine and Dentistry
3.69
Administration and Management
3.3
Typical Education: Some College Courses
(38.2% of workers)
Salary Range: Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts
Salaries for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts range from $61,690 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $93,980 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $72,610 and $84,570.
Median $80,220
P10: $61,690P25: $72,610P75: $84,570P90: $93,980
10th
$61,690
25th
$72,610
Median
$80,220
75th
$84,570
90th
$93,980
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$61,690
$29.66
$5,140
25th Percentile
$72,610
$34.91
$6,050
Median (50th)
$80,220
$38.57
$6,685
75th Percentile
$84,570
$40.66
$7,047
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$93,980
$45.18
$7,831
Note: The mean (average) salary of $79,270 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#4
Massachusetts ranks #4 of 51 states
$66,740
National avg. for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
How much do Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts is $80,220 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $79,270.
What is the salary range for a Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts range from $61,690 at the 10th percentile to $93,980 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $72,610 and $84,570.
What is the starting salary for a Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses positions in Massachusetts typically start around $61,690 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $72,610 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 13,210 people are employed as Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts is approximately $38.57 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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