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Registered Nurse salary
Registered nurses provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients about health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support.
Median annual
$86,000
Median hourly
$41
Top 10% earn
$125,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$62,000
Median$86,000
Top 10%$125,000
Registered Nurse salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $65,800 | $32 | -23% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $77,200 | $37 | -10% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $92,100 | $44 | +7% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $114,700 | $55 | +33% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified registered nurses, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing, plus RN licensure.
Job outlook
6% growth through 2033 — faster than average.
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