salary$85,690 a year$41 an hour · median pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$70,380per year
Top pay (top 10%)$103,310per year
Jobs in the area3,470people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Renton?
Expensive. Rent of $2,417 a month takes 33.8% 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 Renton, WA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA area is $85,690 a year ($41 an hour). Most earn between $70,380 and $103,310.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Renton?
Typical rent of $2,417 a month takes 33.8% 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 Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area.