Neurologists vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: Who Earns More?
Neurologists out-earn Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses by $184K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Neurologists land at $248,560 and Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses at $64,400. The education gap is real: neurologist programs typically require doctoral or professional degree, while licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse programs require postsecondary nondegree award. Top-paying state for Neurologists is Vermont ($434,730); for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses it's Washington ($83,150).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Neurologists median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Neurologists or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Neurologists earn more nationally. The median is $248,560 for Neurologists versus $64,400 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses, a difference of $184K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Neurologists or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Neurologists has the better 10-year outlook at 5.4% projected growth, compared to 2.6% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Neurologists or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Neurologists 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 Neurologists get paid the most?
Vermont is the top-paying state for Neurologists at $434,730/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Neurologists vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Vermont, Neurologists earn $434,730 vs. $69,930 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.