salary$75,920 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$61,200per year
Top pay (top 10%)$88,580per year
Jobs in the area2,600people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Las Vegas?
OK. Rent of $1,806 a month takes 28.5% 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 Vegas, NV?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV area is $75,920 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $61,200 and $88,580.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Las Vegas?
Typical rent of $1,806 a month takes 28.5% 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 Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV metro area.