salary$62,490 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,740per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,720per year
Jobs in the area5,870people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Tampa?
Expensive. Rent of $2,216 a month takes 42.6% 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 Tampa, FL?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area is $62,490 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $50,740 and $74,720.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Tampa?
Typical rent of $2,216 a month takes 42.6% 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 Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area.