salary$65,060 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,130per year
Top pay (top 10%)$79,740per year
Jobs in the area9,710people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Sandy Springs?
Expensive. Rent of $2,002 a month takes 36.9% 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 Sandy Springs, GA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area is $65,060 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $48,130 and $79,740.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Sandy Springs?
Typical rent of $2,002 a month takes 36.9% 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 Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area.