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Research nurse salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Research Nurse make in the United States?

Average base salary

$46.27
Average $46.27
Low $31.82
High $67.28

The average salary for a research nurse is $46.27 per hour in the United States. 639 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 14, 2026).

Research Nurse job openings in United States

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Clinical Research Registered N...
Monument Health2.9out of 5 stars.
Rapid City, SD
$32 - $40 an hour
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Research Nurse in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Washington Hospital Healthcare...
 
$230,578per year
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ATC Healthcare
 
$200,000per year
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Integrated Resources Inc
 
$187,200per year
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Genie Healthcare
 
$187,200per year
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ARMStaffing
 
$186,871per year
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Montage Health
 
$179,670per year
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Highest paying cities for Research Nurses near United States

  1. Los Angeles, CA
    $53.51 per hour
  2. Denver, CO
    $53.28 per hour
  3. Nashville, TN
    $52.44 per hour
  4. Houston, TX
    $42.72 per hour
  5. Bethesda, MD
    $41.12 per hour

Where can a Research Nurse earn more?

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