Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Salary in Ohio
A licensed practical nurse (lpn) in Ohio earns an estimated $57,700 a year ($27.74 an hour). Most workers fall from $39,200 to $83,700, depending on experience and employer.
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) pay in Ohio
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $39,200 | $18.85 |
| Median (estimate) | $57,700 | $27.74 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $83,700 | $40.24 |
| US national median | $62,000 | $29.81 |
The Ohio estimate is 7% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Ohio keeps about $46,926 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,804.86 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Ohio paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse (lpn) make in Ohio?
About $57,700 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.