salary$65,230 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$55,250per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,410per year
Jobs in the area1,230people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Grand Rapids?
Expensive. Rent of $1,751 a month takes 32.2% 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI area is $65,230 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $55,250 and $78,410.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Grand Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,751 a month takes 32.2% 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 Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI metro area.