LPN / LVN jobs in Kentucky

LPN / LVN pay in Kentucky

The median wage for LPN / LVN jobs in Kentucky is $29.07 per hour ($60,466 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $40.36/hour. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.

License and requirements

You need an active nursing license that is valid in Kentucky. Kentucky is a Nurse Licensure Compact state: if your primary state of residence is also a compact state, your multistate license lets you work here without a new license. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.

Agencies hiring for LPN / LVN jobs in Kentucky

Cities with the most LPN / LVN jobs

Louisville (12), Hodgenville (10), Liberty (10), Hartford (10), Albany (10), Danville (1)

FAQ

How much does a LPN / LVN make in Kentucky?

The median wage for LPN / LVN jobs in Kentucky is $29.07 per hour (about $60,466 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. LPN / LVN jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $40.36 per hour.

How many LPN / LVN jobs are open in Kentucky?

53 LPN / LVN jobs from 2 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.

What license do I need?

You need an active nursing license that is valid in Kentucky. Kentucky is a Nurse Licensure Compact state: if your primary state of residence is also a compact state, your multistate license lets you work here without a new license. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.