salary$64,460 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$53,340per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,270per year
Jobs in the area2,850people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Louisville?
OK. Rent of $1,278 a month takes 23.8% 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 Louisville, KY?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN area is $64,460 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $53,340 and $74,270.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Louisville?
Typical rent of $1,278 a month takes 23.8% 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 Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN metro area.