Massachusetts Median
$80,220
per year
Hourly Rate
$38.57
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+25% vs US median
US median $64,400
State Rank
#4 of 51
13,210 employed here
How much do Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses make in Massachusetts?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts take home a median of $80,220 annually — roughly $38.57 an hour — which runs 25% above the national median of $64,400.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $61,690 while the top 10% make $93,980 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $72,610 and $84,570 a year.
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $61,690 | $29.66 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $72,610 | $34.91 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $80,220 | $38.57 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $84,570 | $40.66 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $93,980 | $45.18 |
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How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in other states
Washington $83,150Alaska $80,800Oregon $80,470Rhode Island $80,090California $79,750New Hampshire $77,110Arizona $77,070Nevada $76,160District of Columbia $75,740New Jersey $75,160Illinois $75,000Maryland $74,660Colorado $73,880Connecticut $73,690Maine $73,200Hawaii $71,140Vermont $69,930Delaware $68,710New York $67,180Indiana $65,720Michigan $65,460Virginia $64,920Pennsylvania $63,940Idaho $63,800Wisconsin $63,760Minnesota $63,750Wyoming $63,460North Carolina $63,270Utah $63,230Nebraska $62,660Iowa $62,630North Dakota $62,300Texas $62,240Montana $62,210Georgia $62,030Ohio $61,950South Carolina $61,820Florida $61,770Kansas $61,760Missouri $61,530Kentucky $60,460New Mexico $59,330Tennessee $58,870Oklahoma $58,320Louisiana $57,470Alabama $57,030Arkansas $56,620West Virginia $55,360South Dakota $52,750Mississippi $50,220
Working as Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Massachusetts
Nationally, about 648,000 people work as Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($80,220) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses make in Massachusetts?
The median Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary in Massachusetts is $80,220 per year, or about $38.57 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $61,690 at the entry level to $93,980 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses about 25% more than the national median of $64,400. Massachusetts ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $80,220 a year. About 13,210 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.