salary$57,370 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Albuquerque, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,100per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,400per year
Jobs in the area1,420people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Albuquerque?
OK. Rent of $1,401 a month takes 29.3% of the median licensed practical nurse salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Albuquerque, NM?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Albuquerque, NM area is $57,370 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $38,100 and $77,400.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Albuquerque?
Typical rent of $1,401 a month takes 29.3% of the median licensed practical nurse salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albuquerque, NM metro area.