salary$61,670 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Las Cruces, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,870per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,940per year
Jobs in the area250people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Las Cruces?
OK. Rent of $1,267 a month takes 24.7% 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 Las Cruces, NM?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Las Cruces, NM area is $61,670 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $36,870 and $72,940.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Las Cruces?
Typical rent of $1,267 a month takes 24.7% 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 Las Cruces, NM metro area.