salary$62,110 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Columbia, SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,050per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,280per year
Jobs in the area1,600people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Columbia?
OK. Rent of $1,394 a month takes 26.9% 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 Columbia, SC?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Columbia, SC area is $62,110 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $51,050 and $76,280.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Columbia?
Typical rent of $1,394 a month takes 26.9% 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 Columbia, SC metro area.