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Registered Nurse Salary

Registered nurses provide patient care, administer medications, and coordinate treatment plans.

Median: $81,220 Growth: 6% BLS Data

Registered Nurse Salary Range

Entry Level

$62,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$80,000

5-10 years

Senior Level

$105,000

10+ years

Salary Percentiles

10th Percentile $59,450

25th Percentile $68,970

Median (50th) $81,220

75th Percentile $98,100

90th Percentile $120,250

Top Paying States for Registered Nurses

1 California

$124,000

2 Hawaii

$106,000

3 Oregon

$98,000

4 Alaska

$97,000

5 Massachusetts

$96,000

Job Outlook & Education

Growth Rate

+6%

Above Average

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)

How Much Do Registered Nurses Make?

The median annual salary for a registered nurse in the United States is $81,220 as of 2026. This means half of registered nurses earn more than this amount, and half earn less.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 years): $62,000
Mid Career (5-10 years): $80,000
Senior Level (10+ years): $105,000

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Hourly Equivalent

Based on 2,080 work hours/year

$39/hr

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What Can a Registered Nurse Afford?

Based on median salary of $81,220

Max Rent $2,049/mo

Max Car Payment $819/mo

Monthly Savings $1,029/mo

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