salary$75,940 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Tucson, AZ area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$59,890per year
Top pay (top 10%)$87,860per year
Jobs in the area1,150people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Tucson?
OK. Rent of $1,358 a month takes 21.5% 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 Tucson, AZ?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Tucson, AZ area is $75,940 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $59,890 and $87,860.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Tucson?
Typical rent of $1,358 a month takes 21.5% 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 Tucson, AZ metro area.