salary$61,000 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,090per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,880per year
Jobs in the area1,120people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Palm Bay?
Expensive. Rent of $1,870 a month takes 36.8% 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 Palm Bay, FL?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL area is $61,000 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $50,090 and $72,880.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Palm Bay?
Typical rent of $1,870 a month takes 36.8% 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 Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL metro area.