Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Delaware | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $68,710 | $66,500 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $33.03 | $31.97 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,848.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Delaware is $68,710, or about $33.03 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Licensed Practical Nurses is $66,500. Delaware is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level licensed practical nurses in Delaware typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,240 licensed practical nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $68,710, Delaware offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.