salary$78,750 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Chico, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,470per year
Top pay (top 10%)$92,660per year
Jobs in the area380people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Chico?
OK. Rent of $1,675 a month takes 25.5% 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 Chico, CA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Chico, CA area is $78,750 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $63,470 and $92,660.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Chico?
Typical rent of $1,675 a month takes 25.5% 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 Chico, CA metro area.