Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Maryland
Licensed Practical Nurses in Maryland earn a median of $33.59 per hour, about $69,870 a year, 12% above the U.S. median of $29.97. The middle half earn between $30.65 and $36.53 per hour. The highest median among Maryland metro areas is in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD, at $33.10 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $33.59median pay per hour
- $69,870median pay per year
- 9,510employed in Maryland
- #13of 50 states by median pay
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Maryland: percentiles
| Level | Maryland per hour | Maryland per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.57 | $59,430 | $23.06 |
| Lower quartile | $30.65 | $63,750 | $26.55 |
| Median | $33.59 | $69,870 | $29.97 |
| Upper quartile | $36.53 | $75,980 | $35.17 |
| Top 10% | $41.14 | $85,570 | $38.71 |
Licensed Practical Nurse pay by metro area in Maryland
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Maryland median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $33.10 | $68,850 | 5,200 | 1% below | $31.68 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $32.34 | $67,270 | 210 | 4% below | — |
| Salisbury, MD | $30.19 | $62,800 | 280 | 10% below | $31.57 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $29.61 | $61,580 | 650 | 12% below | — |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in states next to Maryland
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $31.77 | $66,090 | 5% below Maryland |
| District of Columbia | $33.86 | $70,420 | 1% above Maryland |
| Pennsylvania | $29.81 | $62,010 | 11% below Maryland |
| Virginia | $29.96 | $62,310 | 11% below Maryland |
| West Virginia | $23.97 | $49,850 | 29% below Maryland |
What employers are posting in Maryland
- 14roles with published pay
- $32.92median pay per hour
- $26–$42typical published range
- 10employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 3 | $35.23 |
| University of Maryland Medical System | 2 | $32.92 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 2 | $35.75 |
| PruittHealth | 1 | $38.75 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $34 |
| Amedisys | 1 | $31.50 |
| Enhabit Home Health | 1 | $26 |
| Adventist Health | 1 | $30.76 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 14 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Maryland?
The median is $33.59 per hour, about $69,870 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $28.57 and the top 10% earn over $41.14 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Maryland city pays licensed practical nurses the most?
Among Maryland metro areas, Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD has the highest median at $33.10 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Maryland rank for licensed practical nurse pay?
Maryland ranks 13th of 50 states by median licensed practical nurse pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- BrightSpring Health ServicesHAGERSTOWN, MD · 2 postings$35.75/ hr$28–$44
- Military Treatment Facilities under DHAFort Detrick, MD · 3 postings$35.23/ hr$31–$42
- University of Maryland Medical SystemHarford County, MD · 2 postings$32.92/ hr$27–$38
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14 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Maryland, 11 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 14 LPN / LVN roles
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Part TimePermanent$31.00–$46.50/ hour
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Residential HospicePermanent$27.44–$38.41/ hour
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