salary$82,330 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the Anchorage, AK area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$66,640per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,310per year
Jobs in the area160people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Anchorage?
OK. Rent of $1,651 a month takes 24.1% 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 Anchorage, AK?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Anchorage, AK area is $82,330 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $66,640 and $94,310.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Anchorage?
Typical rent of $1,651 a month takes 24.1% 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 Anchorage, AK metro area.