salary$61,330 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Amarillo, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,500per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,820per year
Jobs in the area660people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Amarillo?
OK. Rent of $1,219 a month takes 23.9% 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 Amarillo, TX?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Amarillo, TX area is $61,330 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $47,500 and $74,820.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Amarillo?
Typical rent of $1,219 a month takes 23.9% 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 Amarillo, TX metro area.