salary$59,140 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$41,130per year
Top pay (top 10%)$68,410per year
Jobs in the area2,980people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Memphis?
OK. Rent of $1,399 a month takes 28.4% 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 Memphis, TN?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR area is $59,140 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $41,130 and $68,410.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Memphis?
Typical rent of $1,399 a month takes 28.4% 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 Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area.