Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Minnesota

$30,107 $97,705
10th pct Median: $56,805 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$30,107
25th Percentile$40,900
50th (Median)$56,805
75th Percentile$78,391
90th (Top Earners)$97,705
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Minnesota median salary of $56,805 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses has the purchasing power of approximately $55,150 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Minnesota's higher cost of living (COL index: 103) 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 Minnesota?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Minnesota earn a median annual salary of $56,805 per year ($27.31/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $54,620.
Is Minnesota a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Minnesota pays above the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Minnesota is near the national average (COL index: 103).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Minnesota?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 103 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $56,805 salary in Minnesota has the purchasing power of approximately $55,150 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Minnesota reduce real purchasing power.
How does Minnesota 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 Minnesota

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $345,488
2 Radiologists $322,317
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $318,469
4 Neurologists $307,424
5 Surgeons, All Other $306,301
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $282,755
7 Psychiatrists $259,790
8 Physicians, Pathologists $253,677
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Minnesota

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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