salary$59,940 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,110per year
Top pay (top 10%)$70,470per year
Jobs in the area1,310people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Lakeland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,676 a month takes 33.6% 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 Lakeland, FL?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area is $59,940 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $46,110 and $70,470.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Lakeland?
Typical rent of $1,676 a month takes 33.6% 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 Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL metro area.