salary$75,860 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$61,880per year
Top pay (top 10%)$87,470per year
Jobs in the area7,170people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Washington?
Expensive. Rent of $2,370 a month takes 37.5% 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 Washington, DC?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area is $75,860 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $61,880 and $87,470.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Washington?
Typical rent of $2,370 a month takes 37.5% 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 Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area.