How Much Does an LPN Make in Maryland in 2026?

A typical LPN in Maryland earns about $35.89 per hour, or $74,660 per year, according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). Broken down further, that comes to roughly $6,222 a month and $1,436 a week, figures calculated from the annual figure. Pay varies by city, employer, and experience, but this number represents the typical pay across the state.

That's 16% above the typical pay nationally of $64,400 a year, and it places Maryland 13th among all 51 states and territories for LPN pay. Roughly 9,560 LPNs work in Maryland, compared with 648,410 nationwide. That ranking puts the state solidly in the upper half nationally for this role.

Entry-level positions in Maryland typically offer around $29.19 an hour, or about $60,720 a year, for LPNs just starting out. Some entry-level roles pay closer to $65,300 annually, depending on the employer and setting. Pay generally moves toward the state's typical figure of $74,660 within the first few years on the job. New graduates should expect starting offers on the lower end of this range.

Experienced LPNs in Maryland often earn upwards of $79,670 a year, and the top 10% of earners make over $90,010. That's a spread of $29,290 between entry-level and top-tier pay. The difference usually comes down to years of experience, the type of facility, and location within the state, with hospitals and specialty settings typically paying more than smaller clinics.

Maryland LPN pay has climbed steadily over the past decade, rising from $50,670 in 2015 to $74,660 in 2025. That's a gain of $23,990, or 47%, over ten years. The increase has been fairly consistent year over year, with the sharpest jumps coming in 2023 and 2024.

Nationally, LPN pay rose 49% over the same decade, just slightly ahead of Maryland's pace. For someone starting an LPN career in Maryland now, this history shows pay has moved up steadily over the past ten years, though future gains aren't guaranteed.

Pay runs highest in the Alexandria metro area, where LPNs earn $75,860 a year, about 2% above the state figure. Columbia, Towson, Baltimore, and Lexington Park all report similar pay, at $74,860 a year, close to the statewide figure. These figures reflect each city's full metro area rather than the city alone.

Pay runs lowest in the Martinsburg metro area, where LPNs earn $64,280 a year, a spread of $11,580 between the highest- and lowest-paying areas of the state. The Alexandria metro area also has the largest LPN workforce in the state, with about 7,170 workers. Cities with higher pay also tend to have a higher cost of living, so a bigger paycheck doesn't always stretch as far.

Maryland LPNs generally out-earn those in most neighboring states. Pay in the District of Columbia comes close, at $75,740 a year, about 1% higher than Maryland. Virginia ($64,920), Pennsylvania ($63,940), and West Virginia ($55,360) all pay less, with West Virginia running 26% below Maryland. Delaware sits in between at $68,710, about 8% lower. LPN licensure can often be transferred or endorsed between neighboring states, which can widen job options for those near a border.

LPNs in Maryland typically earn $74,660 a year, or $35.89 an hour, and pay has risen 47% over the past decade. That places Maryland among the higher-paying states in the region for this role. Readers weighing a move or a career start in Maryland can check the state licensing board's requirements and review city-level pages for more specific local figures before deciding where to look for work.