salary$80,910 a year$39 an hour · median pay in the Salinas, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$64,340per year
Top pay (top 10%)$96,370per year
Jobs in the area710people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Salinas?
Expensive. Rent of $2,412 a month takes 35.8% 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 Salinas, CA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Salinas, CA area is $80,910 a year ($39 an hour). Most earn between $64,340 and $96,370.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Salinas?
Typical rent of $2,412 a month takes 35.8% 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 Salinas, CA metro area.