LPN salary in Ohio
LPNs in Ohio earn a median $61,950 a year, 4% below the national median of $64,400. That ranks #37 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $51,036.
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 | $61,950 | $5,163 | $2,383 | $29.78 |
| Average pay | $62,020 | $5,168 | $2,385 | $29.82 |
| Take-home (median) | $51,036 | $4,253 | $1,963 | $24.54 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,254 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,739 |
| Ohio income tax | $921 |
| Take-home | $51,036 |
Ohio's prices are 7% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $55,011 buys in an average-priced state. The Ohio minimum wage is $11.00; the median LPN earns 2.7 times that.
LPN pay in Ohio vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $61,950 | $51,036 | $55,011 |
| Indiana | $65,720 | $53,077 | $56,871 |
| Kentucky | $60,460 | $48,761 | $54,083 |
| Michigan | $65,460 | $52,246 | $54,300 |
| Pennsylvania | $63,940 | $51,503 | $52,785 |
| West Virginia | $55,360 | $44,991 | $50,271 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Ohio?
- The median salary is $61,950 a year ($29.78 an hour), and the average is $62,020, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Ohio?
- About $51,036 a year after federal and Ohio taxes, or $1,963 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Ohio than the national average?
- Ohio ranks #37 of 51 for median pay, 4% below the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #20.