salary$64,550 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Madison, WI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$55,800per year
Top pay (top 10%)$79,370per year
Jobs in the area650people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Madison?
Expensive. Rent of $1,723 a month takes 32.0% 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 Madison, WI?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Madison, WI area is $64,550 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $55,800 and $79,370.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Madison?
Typical rent of $1,723 a month takes 32.0% 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 Madison, WI metro area.