LPN salary in Arizona
The median LPN in Arizona earned $77,070 a year in 2025, $12,670 (20%) above the $64,400 national median. That ranks 8th of 51 states.
- Median yearly pay
- $77,070
- Average yearly pay
- $76,120
- Employed in Arizona
- 6,530
How Arizona compares
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, state estimates. Pay is before tax and does not adjust for cost of living, which is higher in some states than others.
Nursing pay in Arizona
| Role | Median yearly pay | Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse | $99,500 | 73,150 |
| LPN or LVN | $77,070 | 6,530 |
| Nurse practitioner | $134,420 | 7,220 |
A nurse practitioner in Arizona earns a median $34,920 more than a registered nurse ($134,420 against $99,500). A registered nurse earns a median $22,430 more than an LPN or LVN here ($99,500 against $77,070).
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Common questions
How much does an LPN or LVN make in Arizona?
The median is $77,070 a year, according to BLS data for May 2025. Half of licensed practical and vocational nurses in Arizona earn more and half earn less.
Is Arizona a high-paying state for licensed practical and vocational nurses?
Arizona ranks 8th of 51 states on median pay for this job. The national median is $64,400, so Arizona pays 20% above it. The highest median is $83,150 in Washington.
How many licensed practical and vocational nurses work in Arizona?
BLS counted 6,530 licensed practical and vocational nurses employed in Arizona in May 2025.
Why is the average different from the median?
The median is the middle wage: half of workers earn less. The average adds every wage and divides, so a few very high earners pull it up. In Arizona the average is $76,120.
What do you need to work as an LPN or LVN in Arizona?
Arizona requires a practical nursing certificate or diploma and a passing NCLEX-PN score, and a state license.