salary$78,600 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Reno, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,800per year
Top pay (top 10%)$90,970per year
Jobs in the area510people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Reno?
OK. Rent of $1,783 a month takes 27.2% 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 Reno, NV?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Reno, NV area is $78,600 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $62,800 and $90,970.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Reno?
Typical rent of $1,783 a month takes 27.2% 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 Reno, NV metro area.