salary$79,060 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Worcester, MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,530per year
Top pay (top 10%)$97,190per year
Jobs in the area2,030people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Worcester?
OK. Rent of $1,952 a month takes 29.6% 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 Worcester, MA?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Worcester, MA area is $79,060 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $63,530 and $97,190.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Worcester?
Typical rent of $1,952 a month takes 29.6% 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 Worcester, MA metro area.