What is the average hourly wage for Registered Nurses?

The median hourly wage for Registered Nurses is $42.79 per hour. This translates to approximately $89,010 per year working full-time.

What states pay Registered Nurses the most?

Salaries for Registered Nurses vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a registered nurse?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Registered Nurses Salary

Name: Registered Nurses Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$89,010

$42.79 / hour

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Salary Range

$47,175 - $153,097

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

3,200,990

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Registered Nurses Salary by Percentile

$47,175 $153,097

10th pct Median: $89,010 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$47,175	$22.68
25th Percentile	$64,087	$30.81
50th (Median)	$89,010	$42.79
75th Percentile	$122,834	$59.05
90th (Top Earners)	$153,097	$73.60
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Registered Nurses

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$117,493	$56.49
2	California (CA)	$111,263	$53.49
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$108,592	$52.21
4	New York (NY)	$108,592	$52.21
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$106,812	$51.35
6	Connecticut (CT)	$105,032	$50.50
7	Maryland (MD)	$105,032	$50.50
8	Hawaii (HI)	$102,361	$49.21
9	Alaska (AK)	$99,691	$47.93
10	Washington (WA)	$99,691	$47.93
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Registered Nurses

Registered Nurses work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Registered Nurses

Projected Growth

+13%

2022-2032

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

1,897,400

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Registered Nurses make?

The median annual salary for Registered Nurses is $89,010 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $47,175, while the top 10% earn $153,097 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Registered Nurses?

Registered Nurses earn a median hourly wage of $42.79 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $89,010 annually.

Is Registered Nurses a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $89,010, Registered Nurses earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Much faster than average (13% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Registered Nurses need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.