salary$62,970 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Winston-Salem, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$52,000per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,600per year
Jobs in the area1,330people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Winston-Salem?
OK. Rent of $1,457 a month takes 27.8% 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 Winston-Salem, NC?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Winston-Salem, NC area is $62,970 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $52,000 and $72,600.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Winston-Salem?
Typical rent of $1,457 a month takes 27.8% 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 Winston-Salem, NC metro area.