salary$73,820 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the New Haven, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,280per year
Top pay (top 10%)$80,220per year
Jobs in the area1,560people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford New Haven?
Expensive. Rent of $2,010 a month takes 32.7% 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 New Haven, CT?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the New Haven, CT area is $73,820 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $62,280 and $80,220.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in New Haven?
Typical rent of $2,010 a month takes 32.7% 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 New Haven, CT metro area.