As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level LPN in Topeka, KS is $60,195, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,158 weekly, or $5,016 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 Topeka, KS vary widely, spanning from $53,680 to $66,783. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,785) and 75th percentile ($63,644), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,783 per year. This $6,859 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, Topeka Entry Level LPN often earn 4.0% lower than national averages. However, Topeka currently ranks 695 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 $53,680 Topeka, KS May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $56,785 Topeka, KS May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $60,195 Topeka, KS May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $63,644 Topeka, KS May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $66,783 Topeka, KS May 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 Topeka, Kansas    Topeka (/toʊˈpiːkə/; Kansa: Tó Pee Kuh) is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kansas and the seat of Shawnee County. It is situated along the Kans....More

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