salary$77,850 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Springfield, MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$59,180per year
Top pay (top 10%)$88,060per year
Jobs in the area920people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Springfield?
OK. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 22.5% 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 Springfield, MA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Springfield, MA area is $77,850 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $59,180 and $88,060.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Springfield?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 22.5% 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 Springfield, MA metro area.