Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Texas
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Texas was $62,240 -3.4% vs national
Texas vs United States
| Texas | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $62,240 | $64,400 |
| Median hourly | $29.92 | $30.96 |
| Employment | 57,560 | 648,410 |
| Location quotient | 0.98 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Texas) · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Reading the data
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $48,910, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $76,140 — a 1.6x gap between entry-level and top earners.
For career planning: entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $48,910, median pay is $62,240, and experienced pay (90th percentile) reaches $76,140.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses salary in Texas?
The median annual wage in Texas is $62,240 ($29.92 per hour), per BLS OES May 2025 data.
How does Texas compare to the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses?
The Texas median of $62,240 is 3.4% lower than the U.S. median of $64,400.
How many licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses work in Texas?
Approximately 57,560 are employed in Texas, per BLS OES.