Registered nurse salary in United States

The average salary for a Registered Nurse is $45.06 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 255.6k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 6, 2026.

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Registered Nurse salaries typically range between a low of $30.36 and a high of $66.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Registered Nurse include New York, NY at $55.99 per hour, Indianapolis, IN at $55.54 per hour, and Brooklyn, NY at $55.20 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Registered Nurse include Comfort Choice Hospice Care ($452,400 per year) and Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital ($450,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Registered Nurse salary compares to related positions:

• Registered Nurse II: Average $54.08 per hour
• Registered Nurse III: Average $63.95 per hour