Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,760 | $66,500 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.69 | $31.97 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,546.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Kansas is $61,760, or about $29.69 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Licensed Practical Nurses is $66,500. Kansas is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level licensed practical nurses in Kansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,530 licensed practical nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $61,760, Kansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.