salary$78,080 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,720per year
Top pay (top 10%)$93,750per year
Jobs in the area4,450people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Tempe?
Expensive. Rent of $1,953 a month takes 30.0% 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 Tempe, AZ?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ area is $78,080 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $62,720 and $93,750.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Tempe?
Typical rent of $1,953 a month takes 30.0% 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 Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area.