salary$62,060 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Rochester, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$53,020per year
Top pay (top 10%)$71,780per year
Jobs in the area3,330people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Rochester?
OK. Rent of $1,331 a month takes 25.7% 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 Rochester, NY?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Rochester, NY area is $62,060 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $53,020 and $71,780.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Rochester?
Typical rent of $1,331 a month takes 25.7% 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 Rochester, NY metro area.