Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay in Oregon
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Oregon earn an average of $81,420 a year. That is $14,370 (21%) more than the U.S. average of $67,050. The best-paying metro area is Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA at $84,440.
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Average pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses by metro area. Swipe to see all 8.
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Oregon vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $67,050 | $32.24 |
| Oregon | $81,420 | $39.15 |
| Washington | $83,900 | $40.34 |
| California | $82,340 | $39.59 |
| Nevada | $74,470 | $35.81 |
| Idaho | $63,860 | $30.70 |
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Average pay, Oregon, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make in Oregon?
The average is $81,420 a year, and the median is $80,470. That is $14,370 (21%) more than the U.S. average of $67,050.
What is the hourly wage in Oregon?
$39.15 an hour on average; the median is $38.69.
Where in Oregon do they earn the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA ($84,440), followed by Grants Pass, OR ($83,820). The lowest average among 8 metro areas with data is Corvallis, OR ($72,470).
How does Oregon rank?
Oregon ranks #3 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.