salary$53,510 a year$26 an hour · median pay in the Jackson, MS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,760per year
Top pay (top 10%)$60,910per year
Jobs in the area2,050people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Jackson?
OK. Rent of $1,281 a month takes 28.7% 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 Jackson, MS?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Jackson, MS area is $53,510 a year ($26 an hour). Most earn between $40,760 and $60,910.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Jackson?
Typical rent of $1,281 a month takes 28.7% 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 Jackson, MS metro area.