Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Salary in West Virginia
A licensed practical nurse (lpn) in West Virginia earns an estimated $55,900 a year ($26.88 an hour). Most workers fall from $38,000 to $81,100, depending on experience and employer.
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) pay in West Virginia
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $38,000 | $18.27 |
| Median (estimate) | $55,900 | $26.88 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $81,100 | $38.99 |
| US national median | $62,000 | $29.81 |
The West Virginia estimate is 10% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in West Virginia keeps about $44,580 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,714.62 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the West Virginia paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse (lpn) make in West Virginia?
About $55,900 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.