salary$61,040 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Birmingham, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,680per year
Top pay (top 10%)$69,120per year
Jobs in the area3,300people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Birmingham?
OK. Rent of $1,291 a month takes 25.4% 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 Birmingham, AL?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Birmingham, AL area is $61,040 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $45,680 and $69,120.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Birmingham?
Typical rent of $1,291 a month takes 25.4% 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 Birmingham, AL metro area.