salary$60,990 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Macon-Bibb County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,570per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,950per year
Jobs in the area740people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Macon?
OK. Rent of $1,276 a month takes 25.1% 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 Macon, GA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Macon-Bibb County, GA area is $60,990 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $47,570 and $72,950.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Macon?
Typical rent of $1,276 a month takes 25.1% 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 Macon-Bibb County, GA metro area.