salary$72,270 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Peoria, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$58,040per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,870per year
Jobs in the area630people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Peoria?
Cheap. Rent of $1,152 a month takes 19.1% 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 Peoria, IL?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Peoria, IL area is $72,270 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $58,040 and $78,870.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Peoria?
Typical rent of $1,152 a month takes 19.1% of the median licensed practical nurse salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Peoria, IL metro area.