salary$59,700 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Baton Rouge, LA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,350per year
Top pay (top 10%)$69,520per year
Jobs in the area2,900people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Baton Rouge?
OK. Rent of $1,107 a month takes 22.3% 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 Baton Rouge, LA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Baton Rouge, LA area is $59,700 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $48,350 and $69,520.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Baton Rouge?
Typical rent of $1,107 a month takes 22.3% 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 Baton Rouge, LA metro area.