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Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Texas
Ranked #33 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of licensed practical and licensed vocational nursess in Texas earn between $48,910 and $76,140. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses salary in Texas is $62,770, about 6.4% below the U.S. average ($67,050). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $64,580 | $66,080 | 3,620 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $64,370 | $66,110 | 12,590 |
| Midland, TX | $64,240 | $65,220 | 280 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $63,670 | $65,290 | 10,730 |
| Killeen-Temple, TX | $63,390 | $65,120 | 1,190 |
| Odessa, TX | $62,490 | $60,610 | 320 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $62,280 | $63,350 | 5,970 |
| Waco, TX | $62,070 | $64,070 | 780 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make in Texas?
The median licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses salary in Texas is $62,240 per year (mean $62,770), and about 80% earn between $48,910 and $76,140.
How much do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $62,770 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses?
Texas ranks #33 of 51 states for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses pay. Its mean salary of $62,770 is about 6.4% below the U.S. average of $67,050.
Which metro areas in Texas pay licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses are Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($64,580), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($64,370), Midland, TX ($64,240), by median annual wage.
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