salary$61,940 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,730per year
Top pay (top 10%)$73,200per year
Jobs in the area5,650people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Nashville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,881 a month takes 36.4% 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 Nashville, TN?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN area is $61,940 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $46,730 and $73,200.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Nashville?
Typical rent of $1,881 a month takes 36.4% 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 Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro area.