salary$64,370 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$53,930per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,620per year
Jobs in the area12,590people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Plano?
Expensive. Rent of $2,010 a month takes 37.5% 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 Plano, TX?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX area is $64,370 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $53,930 and $77,620.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Plano?
Typical rent of $2,010 a month takes 37.5% 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 Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area.