salary$64,030 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Richmond, VA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$56,010per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,930per year
Jobs in the area2,570people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Richmond?
Expensive. Rent of $1,644 a month takes 30.8% 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 Richmond, VA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Richmond, VA area is $64,030 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $56,010 and $77,930.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Richmond?
Typical rent of $1,644 a month takes 30.8% 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 Richmond, VA metro area.