Average Registered Nurse Salary

$31.72/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in New Jersey is $31.72 per hour. This is 42% lower than the US average of $45.12.

Last updated on May 1, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Registered Nurse salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages

$31.72/hour

New Jersey

42% lower than the US average.

$45.12/hour

United States

What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Registered Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Edison, New Jersey$45$61
Englewood, New Jersey$45$61
Wayne, New Jersey$45$61
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in New Jersey?
SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Behavioral Health$45$58
New Graduate$31$31
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
New York$60$74
Maryland$50$50
District of Columbia$46$64
Pennsylvania$42$45
Connecticut$40$54
Vermont$38$38
Delaware$36$48
New Hampshire$36$48
Massachusetts$35$48
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in New Jersey?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
BAYADA Home Health Care$32$37

Last updated on May 1, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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