salary$68,240 a year$33 an hour · median pay in the Fort Collins-Loveland, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,230per year
Top pay (top 10%)$81,300per year
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Fort Collins?
Expensive. Rent of $1,853 a month takes 32.6% 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 Fort Collins, CO?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Fort Collins-Loveland, CO area is $68,240 a year ($33 an hour). Most earn between $47,230 and $81,300.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Fort Collins?
Typical rent of $1,853 a month takes 32.6% 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 Fort Collins-Loveland, CO metro area.