Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Oregon
Licensed Practical Nurses in Oregon earn a median of $80,470 a year, or $38.69 an hour. That ranks Oregon #3 of 51 states and is $16,070 more than the national median.
- Median / year
- $80,470
- Median / hour
- $38.69
- Employed
- 4,260
- National rank
- #3of 51
Pay range in Oregon
Licensed Practical Nurse pay by Oregon metro area
| Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $83,510 | 2,250 |
| Bend, OR | $83,260 | 150 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $82,410 | 120 |
| Albany, OR | $79,610 | 130 |
| Salem, OR | $79,600 | 660 |
| Medford, OR | $79,160 | 260 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $77,790 | 590 |
| Corvallis, OR | $74,160 | 70 |
FAQ
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Oregon?
The median annual wage is $80,470 ($38.69 per hour), according to the BLS for May 2025. That is $16,070 above the U.S. median of $64,400.
What do entry-level LPNs make in Oregon?
The lowest-paid 10% of Oregon LPNs earned $64,000 or less ($30.77/hour), a reasonable estimate for new graduates.
Where do LPNs earn the most in Oregon?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA has the highest metro median at $83,510.
How many LPNs work in Oregon?
About 4,260 LPNs were employed in Oregon in May 2025.