Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Alaska
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Alaska was $80,800 +25.5% vs national
Alaska vs United States
| Alaska | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $80,800 | $64,400 |
| Median hourly | $38.85 | $30.96 |
| Employment | 290 | 648,410 |
| Location quotient | 0.21 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Alaska) · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
What this means
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $62,400, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $96,700 — a 1.5x gap between entry-level and top earners.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses salary in Alaska?
The median annual wage in Alaska is $80,800 ($38.85 per hour), per BLS OES May 2025 data.
How does Alaska compare to the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses?
The Alaska median of $80,800 is 25.5% higher than the U.S. median of $64,400.
How many licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses work in Alaska?
Approximately 290 are employed in Alaska, per BLS OES.