Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $80,220 | $66,500 | +21% |
| Median hourly wage | $38.57 | $31.97 | +21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $75,822.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Massachusetts is $80,220, or about $38.57 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Licensed Practical Nurses is $66,500. Massachusetts is +21% above the national median.
Entry-level licensed practical nurses in Massachusetts typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 13,210 licensed practical nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $80,220, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.