As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level LPN in Washington, DC is $72,901, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,402 weekly, or $6,075 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level LPN in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level LPN in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $65,016 to $80,832. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,773) and 75th percentile ($77,052), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,832 per year. This $8,279 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, Washington Entry Level LPN often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 84 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 $65,016 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $68,773 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $72,901 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $77,052 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level LPN Salary $80,832 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
25% $68,773 10% $65,016 90% $80,832 75% $77,052 $72,901 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Entry Level LPN in Washington, DC. The base salary for Entry Level LPN ranges from $68,773 to $77,052 with the average base salary of $72,901. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,728 to $81,273 with the average total cash compensation of $73,471.

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About Washington, District of Columbia    Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

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