salary$61,600 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,270per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,710per year
Jobs in the area420people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Athens?
OK. Rent of $1,426 a month takes 27.8% 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 Athens, GA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area is $61,600 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $47,270 and $72,710.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Athens?
Typical rent of $1,426 a month takes 27.8% 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 Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area.