salary$75,810 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,610per year
Top pay (top 10%)$89,550per year
Jobs in the area2,700people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Denver?
Expensive. Rent of $2,065 a month takes 32.7% 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 Denver, CO?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO area is $75,810 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $51,610 and $89,550.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Denver?
Typical rent of $2,065 a month takes 32.7% 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 Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area.