Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Ohio
Licensed Practical Nurses in Ohio earn a median of $61,950 a year, or $29.78 an hour. That ranks Ohio #37 of 51 states and is $2,450 less than the national median.
- Median / year
- $61,950
- Median / hour
- $29.78
- Employed
- 39,900
- National rank
- #37of 51
Pay range in Ohio
Licensed Practical Nurse pay by Ohio metro area
| Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $64,180 | 6,400 |
| Cleveland, OH | $63,900 | 6,720 |
| Sandusky, OH | $62,520 | 390 |
| Toledo, OH | $62,280 | 2,120 |
| Lima, OH | $62,080 | 500 |
| Akron, OH | $62,070 | 2,300 |
| Columbus, OH | $61,910 | 7,270 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $61,770 | 3,140 |
| Springfield, OH | $61,350 | 550 |
| Canton-Massillon, OH | $60,280 | 1,610 |
| Youngstown-Warren, OH | $59,210 | 1,440 |
| Mansfield, OH | $58,730 | 410 |
| Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH | $58,200 | 360 |
| Wheeling, WV-OH | $57,960 | 440 |
| Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH | $54,540 | 1,390 |
FAQ
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Ohio?
The median annual wage is $61,950 ($29.78 per hour), according to the BLS for May 2025. That is $2,450 below the U.S. median of $64,400.
What do entry-level LPNs make in Ohio?
The lowest-paid 10% of Ohio LPNs earned $50,030 or less ($24.05/hour), a reasonable estimate for new graduates.
Where do LPNs earn the most in Ohio?
Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN has the highest metro median at $64,180.
How many LPNs work in Ohio?
About 39,900 LPNs were employed in Ohio in May 2025.