Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Salary in Tennessee
A licensed practical nurse (lpn) in Tennessee earns an estimated $59,000 a year ($28.37 an hour). Most workers fall from $40,100 to $85,600, depending on experience and employer.
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) pay in Tennessee
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $40,100 | $19.28 |
| Median (estimate) | $59,000 | $28.37 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $85,600 | $41.15 |
| US national median | $62,000 | $29.81 |
The Tennessee estimate is 5% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Tennessee keeps about $49,587 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,907.17 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Tennessee paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse (lpn) make in Tennessee?
About $59,000 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.