salary$64,580 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,690per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,270per year
Jobs in the area3,620people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Austin?
Expensive. Rent of $1,932 a month takes 35.9% of the median licensed practical nurse salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Austin, TX?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX area is $64,580 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $51,690 and $78,270.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Austin?
Typical rent of $1,932 a month takes 35.9% of the median licensed practical nurse salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metro area.