Median annual earnings of licensed practical nurses were $33,970 in May 2004. The middle 50 percent earned between $28,830 and $40,670. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $24,480, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $46,270. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of licensed practical nurses in May 2004 were:
| Employment services | $41,550 |
| Nursing care facilities | 35,460 |
| Home health care services | 35,180 |
| General medical and surgical hospitals | 32,570 |
| Offices of physicians | 30,400 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition
Click Here to go to Healthcare Job Outlook Home