salary$79,600 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$65,420per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,370per year
Jobs in the area660people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Salem?
OK. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 25.5% 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 Salem, OR?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Salem, OR area is $79,600 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $65,420 and $95,370.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 25.5% 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 Salem, OR metro area.