salary$79,010 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$65,410per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,650per year
Jobs in the area650people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Santa Maria?
Expensive. Rent of $1,987 a month takes 30.2% 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 Santa Maria, CA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA area is $79,010 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $65,410 and $95,650.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Santa Maria?
Typical rent of $1,987 a month takes 30.2% 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 Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA metro area.