salary$58,580 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Chattanooga, TN-GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$42,810per year
Top pay (top 10%)$65,520per year
Jobs in the area1,560people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Chattanooga?
Expensive. Rent of $1,537 a month takes 31.5% 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 Chattanooga, TN?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Chattanooga, TN-GA area is $58,580 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $42,810 and $65,520.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Chattanooga?
Typical rent of $1,537 a month takes 31.5% 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 Chattanooga, TN-GA metro area.