Registered Nurses Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.
The median salary for Registered Nurses in the United States is $97,550 per year — about $47 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $80,330 and $112,350 a year.
Salary range
Top US metros for Registered Nurses
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $216,740 |
| Vallejo, CA | $203,290 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $186,610 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $174,550 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $171,460 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $170,960 |
| Yuba City, CA | $149,320 |
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $144,350 |
| Merced, CA | $131,620 |
| Redding, CA | $134,350 |
Registered Nurses salary by state
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Registered Nurses make in the US?
The median salary is $97,550 per year (about $47 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $80,330 and $112,350 a year.
How much do Registered Nurses make per hour?
About $47 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $97,550 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as Registered Nurses?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?
No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.
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