salary$64,080 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,780per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,770per year
Jobs in the area1,740people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Raleigh?
Expensive. Rent of $1,822 a month takes 34.1% 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 Raleigh, NC?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area is $64,080 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $51,780 and $75,770.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Raleigh?
Typical rent of $1,822 a month takes 34.1% 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 Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area.