salary$63,670 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,850per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,910per year
Jobs in the area10,730people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Houston?
OK. Rent of $1,533 a month takes 28.9% 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 Houston, TX?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX area is $63,670 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $51,850 and $77,910.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Houston?
Typical rent of $1,533 a month takes 28.9% 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 Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area.