Registered nurse salary in Atlanta, GA

The average salary for a Registered Nurse is $45.04 per hour in Atlanta, GA. This figure is based on 2.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 16, 2026.

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Registered Nurse salaries in Atlanta, GA typically range between a low of $37.83 and a high of $65.57 per hour, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Registered Nurse in Atlanta, GA include Macon, GA at $52.05 per hour, Marietta, GA at $47.29 per hour, and Augusta, GA at $46.82 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Registered Nurse in Atlanta, GA include United Energy Workers Healthcare ($349,440 per year) and ACE HOME HEALTH CARE ($260,000 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 in Atlanta, GA compares to related positions:

• Registered Nurse II: Average $37.75 per hour
• Registered Nurse III: Average $37.59 per hour