Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Alaska

$32,422 $105,219
10th pct Median: $61,174 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$32,422
25th Percentile$44,045
50th (Median)$61,174
75th Percentile$84,420
90th (Top Earners)$105,219
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Alaska median salary of $61,174 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses has the purchasing power of approximately $48,131 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Alaska's higher cost of living (COL index: 127.1) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses make in Alaska?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Alaska earn a median annual salary of $61,174 per year ($29.41/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $54,620.
Is Alaska a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Alaska pays above the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Alaska is higher average (COL index: 127.1).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Alaska?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 127.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $61,174 salary in Alaska has the purchasing power of approximately $48,131 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Alaska reduce real purchasing power.
How does Alaska compare to neighboring states for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Alaska

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $372,064
2 Radiologists $347,110
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $342,966
4 Neurologists $331,072
5 Surgeons, All Other $329,862
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $304,506
7 Psychiatrists $279,774
8 Physicians, Pathologists $273,190
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Alaska

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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