Obstetricians and Gynecologists vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: Who Earns More?
Obstetricians and Gynecologistss out-earn Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess by $229K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Obstetricians and Gynecologistss land at $292,910 and Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess at $64,400. The education gap is real: obstetricians and gynecologist programs typically require doctoral or professional degree, while licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse programs require postsecondary nondegree award. Top-paying state for Obstetricians and Gynecologistss is Utah ($437,170); for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess it's Washington ($83,150).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Obstetricians and Gynecologists median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Obstetricians and Gynecologistss or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess?
Obstetricians and Gynecologistss earn more nationally. The median is $292,910 for Obstetricians and Gynecologistss versus $64,400 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess, a difference of $229K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Obstetricians and Gynecologists 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, Obstetricians and Gynecologists or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Obstetricians and Gynecologists 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 Obstetricians and Gynecologistss get paid the most?
Utah is the top-paying state for Obstetricians and Gynecologistss at $437,170/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Obstetricians and Gynecologists vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Alaska, Obstetricians and Gynecologistss earn $421,450 vs. $80,800 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.