LPN programs in San Luis Obispo, CA
3 schools within 30 miles of San Luis Obispo, CA offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs, and one is in San Luis Obispo itself. LPNs in California earn a median $79,750 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 6 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in CA
- $79,750
3 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools within 30 mi of San Luis Obispo, CA
School results
San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria
Santa Maria, CA · 26 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA · 26 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +14
What LPNs earn in California
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $79,750
- $38.34 an hour
- Typical range
- $64,390–$100,450
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CA
- 82,850
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +3%
- 51,800 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools to San Luis Obispo?
The closest are Cuesta College (San Luis Obispo, 6 mi), San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria (Santa Maria, 26 mi), and Allan Hancock College (Santa Maria, 26 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach practical nursing (LPN/LVN).
How much do practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs near San Luis Obispo cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,383 to $26,983. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do LPNs make near San Luis Obispo?
Across California, the median pay is $79,750 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a practical nursing (LPN/LVN) school in San Luis Obispo?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.