Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Arkansas

$24,317 $78,915
10th pct Median: $45,881 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$24,317
25th Percentile$33,034
50th (Median)$45,881
75th Percentile$63,316
90th (Top Earners)$78,915
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arkansas median salary of $45,881 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses has the purchasing power of approximately $52,019 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arkansas's lower cost of living (COL index: 88.2) means your salary goes further than in higher-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 Arkansas?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Arkansas earn a median annual salary of $45,881 per year ($22.06/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $54,620.
Is Arkansas a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Arkansas pays slightly below the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses. Cost of living in Arkansas is lower average (COL index: 88.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Arkansas?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 88.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $45,881 salary in Arkansas has the purchasing power of approximately $52,019 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Arkansas increase real purchasing power.
How does Arkansas 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 Arkansas

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $279,048
2 Radiologists $260,333
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $257,225
4 Neurologists $248,304
5 Surgeons, All Other $247,397
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $228,379
7 Psychiatrists $209,830
8 Physicians, Pathologists $204,893
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Arkansas

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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