LPN salary in Texas
LPNs in Texas earn a median $62,240 a year, 3% below the national median of $64,400. That ranks #34 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $52,190.
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 | $62,240 | $5,187 | $2,394 | $29.92 |
| Average pay | $62,770 | $5,231 | $2,414 | $30.18 |
| Take-home (median) | $52,190 | $4,349 | $2,007 | $25.09 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,289 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,761 |
| Texas income tax | $0 |
| Take-home | $52,190 |
Texas's prices are 3% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $53,772 buys in an average-priced state. The Texas minimum wage is $7.25; the median LPN earns 4.1 times that.
LPN pay in Texas vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $62,240 | $52,190 | $53,772 |
| Arkansas | $56,620 | $46,067 | $52,989 |
| Louisiana | $57,470 | $47,019 | $53,306 |
| New Mexico | $59,330 | $48,229 | $52,302 |
| Oklahoma | $58,320 | $46,961 | $53,460 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Texas?
- The median salary is $62,240 a year ($29.92 an hour), and the average is $62,770, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Texas?
- About $52,190 a year after federal taxes, or $2,007 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Texas than the national average?
- Texas ranks #34 of 51 for median pay, 3% below the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #30.