salary$63,610 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Greensboro-High Point, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,900per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,670per year
Jobs in the area1,470people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Greensboro?
OK. Rent of $1,496 a month takes 28.2% 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 Greensboro, NC?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Greensboro-High Point, NC area is $63,610 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $49,900 and $74,670.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Greensboro?
Typical rent of $1,496 a month takes 28.2% 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 Greensboro-High Point, NC metro area.