salary$75,580 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Fresno, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,160per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,420per year
Jobs in the area2,360people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Fresno?
OK. Rent of $1,789 a month takes 28.4% 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 Fresno, CA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Fresno, CA area is $75,580 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $62,160 and $94,420.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Fresno?
Typical rent of $1,789 a month takes 28.4% 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 Fresno, CA metro area.