salary$61,840 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Cedar Rapids, IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,390per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,660per year
Jobs in the area380people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Cedar Rapids?
OK. Rent of $1,168 a month takes 22.7% 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 Cedar Rapids, IA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Cedar Rapids, IA area is $61,840 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $51,390 and $75,660.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Cedar Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,168 a month takes 22.7% 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 Cedar Rapids, IA metro area.