Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Connecticut
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$53.82/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Connecticut is $53.82 per hour. This is 6% higher than the US average of $50.67.
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Connecticut compared to National Averages
$53.82/hour
Connecticut
6% higher than the US average.
$50.67/hour
United States
What cities in Connecticut pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?
Danbury, Connecticut pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $61 per hour, followed by Milford, Connecticut ($57) and Norwalk, Connecticut ($57). For comparison, the Connecticut average for Acute Care Nurses is $54 per hour — Danbury, Connecticut pays 13% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Danbury, Connecticut | $61 | $61 |
| Milford, Connecticut | $57 | $57 |
| Norwalk, Connecticut | $57 | $57 |
| Stamford, Connecticut | $57 | $57 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care Nurse jobs in Connecticut?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $53 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the Connecticut average for Acute Care Nurses is $54 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $53 | $61 |
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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