salary$58,260 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Clarksville, TN-KY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,760per year
Top pay (top 10%)$71,430per year
Jobs in the area630people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Clarksville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,537 a month takes 31.7% 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 Clarksville, TN?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Clarksville, TN-KY area is $58,260 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $45,760 and $71,430.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Clarksville?
Typical rent of $1,537 a month takes 31.7% 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 Clarksville, TN-KY metro area.