Can A Licensed Practical Nurse Afford Rent in South Tucson, AZ?
Stretched but workable — rent takes 32% of gross income.
South Tucson rent: September 2026. Salary: BLS OEWS May 2024 (Arizona state estimate).
About rent and a licensed practical nurse salary
LPN pay sits modestly above the US median household income and covers comfortable rent in most lower- and mid-cost metros. At the national-average LPN salary, the 30% rule supports about $1,520 a month in rent. The per-city pages show which markets stay in range.
Cheaper rent nearby
These Arizona cities have lower median rent than South Tucson, which improves the affordability math on a licensed practical nurse salary:
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Can a licensed practical nurse afford rent in South Tucson, AZ?
Median rent in South Tucson is $1,573 a month. A typical licensed practical nurse in Arizona earns about $58,966 a year, which makes that rent 32% of gross monthly income. Under the 30% rule, the answer is no — rent exceeds the 30% threshold.
How much rent can a licensed practical nurse afford in South Tucson?
Using the 30% rule, a licensed practical nurse salary in Arizona (~$58,966/yr) supports up to $1,474 a month in rent. South Tucson's current median rent is $1,573/mo, which is $99/mo over the affordability threshold.
How many hours does a licensed practical nurse work to cover rent in South Tucson?
At an hourly equivalent of about $28 an hour, a licensed practical nurse in Arizona works roughly 55.5 hours a month to cover South Tucson's median rent of $1,573.
Where is rent cheaper than South Tucson for a licensed practical nurse?
Nearby Arizona cities with lower median rent include Phoenix ($1,572/mo), Phoenix ($1,571/mo), Coolidge ($1,569/mo). Each shifts the affordability math materially on a licensed practical nurse salary.