Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $75,740 | $66,500 | +14% |
| Median hourly wage | $36.41 | $31.97 | +14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,917.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in District of Columbia is $75,740, or about $36.41 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Licensed Practical Nurses is $66,500. District of Columbia is +14% above the national median.
Entry-level licensed practical nurses in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,040 licensed practical nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $75,740, District of Columbia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.