salary$64,100 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,210per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,350per year
Jobs in the area1,480people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Charleston?
Expensive. Rent of $2,117 a month takes 39.6% 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 Charleston, SC?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC area is $64,100 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $49,210 and $76,350.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Charleston?
Typical rent of $2,117 a month takes 39.6% 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 Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro area.