Healthcare
Registered Nurse Salary
Provides direct patient care and coordinates treatment plans in clinical settings.
Low
$64,000
Average
$86,000
High
$118,000
What this role does
- Assess patients and monitor vital signs
- Administer medications and treatments
- Coordinate with physicians on care plans
- Educate patients and families
Education & path in
Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), plus passing the NCLEX-RN licensing exam
Experience level: Entry-level with a nursing license; specialties often require 1-2 years first
Where it pays best
States that typically pay above the national average for this role: California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Oregon, New York. Actual pay depends heavily on metro area, employer size, and cost of living.
Job outlook
Much faster than average
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Figures are editorial estimates as of Jul 1, 2026, not official government statistics. For official data, see the Bureau of Labor Statistics.