LPN salary in New York
LPNs in New York earn a median $67,180 a year, 4% above the national median of $64,400. That ranks #20 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $52,739.
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 | $67,180 | $5,598 | $2,584 | $32.30 |
| Average pay | $69,170 | $5,764 | $2,660 | $33.25 |
| Take-home (median) | $52,739 | $4,395 | $2,028 | $25.36 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,950 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $5,139 |
| New York income tax and state programs | $3,352 |
| Take-home | $52,739 |
New York's prices are 8% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $48,868 buys in an average-priced state. The New York minimum wage is $16.00; the median LPN earns 2.0 times that.
LPN pay in New York vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $67,180 | $52,739 | $48,868 |
| Connecticut | $73,690 | $57,825 | $55,810 |
| Massachusetts | $80,220 | $61,105 | $57,778 |
| New Jersey | $75,160 | $58,402 | $53,676 |
| Pennsylvania | $63,940 | $51,503 | $52,785 |
| Vermont | $69,930 | $55,794 | $56,957 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in New York?
- The median salary is $67,180 a year ($32.30 an hour), and the average is $69,170, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in New York?
- About $52,739 a year after federal and New York taxes, or $2,028 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in New York than the national average?
- New York ranks #20 of 51 for median pay, 4% above the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #50.