salary$63,760 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,940per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,520per year
Jobs in the area1,220people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Augusta?
OK. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 27.4% 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 Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $63,760 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $51,940 and $75,520.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 27.4% 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 Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.