LPN salary in Tennessee
LPNs in Tennessee earn a median $58,870 a year, 9% below the national median of $64,400. That ranks #44 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $49,482.
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 | $58,870 | $4,906 | $2,264 | $28.30 |
| Average pay | $56,470 | $4,706 | $2,172 | $27.15 |
| Take-home (median) | $49,482 | $4,124 | $1,903 | $23.79 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $4,884 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,504 |
| Tennessee income tax | $0 |
| Take-home | $49,482 |
Tennessee's prices are 8% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $53,861 buys in an average-priced state. The Tennessee minimum wage is $7.25; the median LPN earns 3.9 times that.
LPN pay in Tennessee vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | $58,870 | $49,482 | $53,861 |
| Alabama | $57,030 | $45,417 | $51,132 |
| Arkansas | $56,620 | $46,067 | $52,989 |
| Georgia | $62,030 | $49,674 | $51,587 |
| Kentucky | $60,460 | $48,761 | $54,083 |
| Mississippi | $50,220 | $41,255 | $47,445 |
| Missouri | $61,530 | $49,665 | $54,687 |
| North Carolina | $63,270 | $51,002 | $54,070 |
| Virginia | $64,920 | $51,424 | $50,863 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Tennessee?
- The median salary is $58,870 a year ($28.30 an hour), and the average is $56,470, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Tennessee?
- About $49,482 a year after federal taxes, or $1,903 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Tennessee than the national average?
- Tennessee ranks #44 of 51 for median pay, 9% below the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #28.