Neurologists vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: Who Earns More?
Neurologistss out-earn Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess by $184K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Neurologistss land at $248,560 and Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess 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 Neurologistss is Vermont ($434,730); for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess 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, Neurologistss or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess?
Neurologistss earn more nationally. The median is $248,560 for Neurologistss versus $64,400 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess, a difference of $184K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Neurologists 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, 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 Neurologistss get paid the most?
Vermont is the top-paying state for Neurologistss 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, Neurologistss earn $434,730 vs. $69,930 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.