Salary Guide 2026Registered Nurse Salary in United States
How much do registered nurses earn in United States? See average, junior, and senior salary ranges.
Junior
$70,000
per year
Average
$98,000
per year
Senior
$135,000
per year
Registered Nurse Jobs in United States
Nursing salaries are highest in large metro areas, specialized care, travel nursing, and unionized hospitals
Monthly Salary Breakdown
Junior (monthly)
$5,833
Average (monthly)
$8,167
Senior (monthly)
$11,250
Salary statistics methodology
Salary benchmarks are compiled from official statistics, labour-market releases, and country employment datasets. This page was last reviewed for United States 2026 data on April 30, 2026.
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Calculation notes
- Average and median salaries are gross annual estimates unless marked as net.
- Industry and experience bands are directional benchmarks, not guaranteed pay ranges.
- Figures can vary by region, company size, benefits, contract type, and bonus policy.
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