Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: New Jersey
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$57.87/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in New Jersey is $57.87 per hour. This is 12% 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 New Jersey compared to National Averages
$57.87/hour
New Jersey
12% higher than the US average.
$50.67/hour
United States
What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?
Only Edison, New Jersey reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $45 per hour. Edison, New Jersey also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Registered Nurses is $58 per hour — Edison, New Jersey pays 23% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Edison, New Jersey | $45 | $61 |
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
Only Connecticut reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $54 per hour. Connecticut also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $57. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Registered Nurses is $58 per hour — Connecticut pays 7% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $54 | $57 |
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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