As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level LPN in Madison, WI is $64,853, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,247 weekly, or $5,404 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 Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $57,833 to $71,910. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,179) and 75th percentile ($68,547), while top earners (90th percentile) make $71,910 per year. This $7,368 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, Madison Entry Level LPN often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 406 statewide for Entry Level LPN job salary. 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 $57,833 Madison, WI July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $61,179 Madison, WI July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $64,853 Madison, WI July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $68,547 Madison, WI July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $71,910 Madison, WI July 01, 2026
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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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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

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