salary$70,090 a year$34 an hour · median pay in the Rockford, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$52,170per year
Top pay (top 10%)$82,460per year
Jobs in the area440people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Rockford?
OK. Rent of $1,218 a month takes 20.9% 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 Rockford, IL?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Rockford, IL area is $70,090 a year ($34 an hour). Most earn between $52,170 and $82,460.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Rockford?
Typical rent of $1,218 a month takes 20.9% 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 Rockford, IL metro area.