LPN salary in Arizona
LPNs in Arizona earn a median $77,070 a year, 20% above the national median of $64,400. That ranks #8 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $61,524.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-2061. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $77,070 | $6,423 | $2,964 | $37.05 |
| Average pay | $76,120 | $6,343 | $2,928 | $36.60 |
| Take-home (median) | $61,524 | $5,127 | $2,366 | $29.58 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $8,125 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $5,896 |
| Arizona income tax | $1,524 |
| Take-home | $61,524 |
Arizona's prices are 1% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $61,111 buys in an average-priced state. The Arizona minimum wage is $15.15; the median LPN earns 2.4 times that.
LPN pay in Arizona vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $77,070 | $61,524 | $61,111 |
| California | $79,750 | $60,726 | $54,846 |
| Colorado | $73,880 | $57,937 | $56,221 |
| New Mexico | $59,330 | $48,229 | $52,302 |
| Nevada | $76,160 | $62,409 | $62,422 |
| Utah | $63,230 | $50,552 | $51,133 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Arizona?
- The median salary is $77,070 a year ($37.05 an hour), and the average is $76,120, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Arizona?
- About $61,524 a year after federal and Arizona taxes, or $2,366 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Arizona than the national average?
- Arizona ranks #8 of 51 for median pay, 20% above the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #4.