Chiropractors vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: Who Earns More?
Chiropractorss out-earn Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess by $15K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Chiropractorss land at $79,200 and Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess at $64,400. The education gap is real: chiropractor programs typically require doctoral or professional degree, while licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse programs require postsecondary nondegree award. Top-paying state for Chiropractorss is New Jersey ($134,990); for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess it's Washington ($83,150).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Chiropractors median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Chiropractorss or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess?
Chiropractorss earn more nationally. The median is $79,200 for Chiropractorss versus $64,400 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess, a difference of $15K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Chiropractors or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Chiropractors or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Chiropractors typically requires doctoral or professional degree. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses requires postsecondary nondegree award. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Chiropractorss get paid the most?
New Jersey is the top-paying state for Chiropractorss at $134,990/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Chiropractors vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In New Jersey, Chiropractorss earn $134,990 vs. $75,160 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.