salary$63,540 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Omaha, NE-IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,800per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,830per year
Jobs in the area1,840people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Omaha?
OK. Rent of $1,448 a month takes 27.3% 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 Omaha, NE?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Omaha, NE-IA area is $63,540 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $49,800 and $78,830.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Omaha?
Typical rent of $1,448 a month takes 27.3% 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 Omaha, NE-IA metro area.