Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Salary in Kentucky (2026)
Complete salary breakdown for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)s in Kentucky, including experience levels, metro areas, and employer types.
Salary by Experience
Salary Range
Base$56,040
10th$41,103
25th$42,245
50th$45,670
75th$49,095
90th$50,237
Salaries by Experience Level
| Experience Level | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level | $45,670 |
| Mid Career | $56,040 |
| Experienced | $77,870 |
Salary by City
| City | Metro Area | Median Salary | 90th Percentile | Cost of Living Index | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | Louisville/Jefferson County | Louisville/Jefferson County | 57000 | 74100 | 100 |
| Lexington-Fayette | Lexington-Fayette | Lexington-Fayette | 55500 | 72150 | 100 |
| Bowling Green | Bowling Green | Bowling Green | 54200 | 70460 | 100 |