As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level LPN in the US is $65,838, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,266 weekly, or $5,487 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level LPN in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level LPN in the US vary widely, spanning from $58,712 to $73,042. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,108) and 75th percentile ($69,609), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,042 per year. This $7,501 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Long Term Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Entry Level LPN often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 33 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Entry Level LPN Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $58,712 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $62,108 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $65,838 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $69,609 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $73,042 US May 01, 2026
25% $62,108 10% $58,712 90% $73,042 75% $69,609 $65,838 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Entry Level LPN ?

A licensed practical nurse (LPN), in much of the United States and Canada, is a nurse who cares for people who are sick, injured, convalescent, or disabled. In the United States, LPNs work under the direction of physicians. In Canada, LPNs/RPNs work autonomously similar to the Registered Nurse in providing care and are responsible for their individual actions and practice. In California and Texas, such a nurse is referred to as a licensed vocational nurse (LVN). Another title provided is "registered practical nurse" (RPNs) in the Canadian province of Ontario. A person can generally become an...

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