What licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses earn in Idaho and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boise City, ID | $66,950 | $32.19 | 760 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | $60,270 | $28.98 | 210 |
| Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area | $58,970 | $28.35 | 210 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | $66,140 | $31.80 | 190 |
| Twin Falls, ID | $61,920 | $29.77 | 170 |
| Pocatello, ID | $59,720 | $28.71 | 150 |
| Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area | $63,530 | $30.55 | 110 |
| Logan, UT-ID | $55,290 | $26.58 | 100 |
| Lewiston, ID-WA | $66,440 | $31.94 | 80 |
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Idaho earned a median of $63,800 a year ($30.67 an hour) in May 2025, about the same as the national median of $64,400. The middle half earned $58,310 to $74,050.
Among areas in Idaho, pay was highest in Boise City, ID at $66,950.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.