Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Ohio
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$44.57/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Ohio is $44.57 per hour. This is 14% lower than the US average of $50.91.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Ohio compared to National Averages
$44.57/hour
Ohio
14% lower than the US average.
$50.91/hour
United States
What cities in Ohio pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?
Only Columbus, Ohio reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $49 per hour. Columbus, Ohio also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Ohio average for Registered Nurses is $45 per hour — Columbus, Ohio pays 10% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus, Ohio | $49 | $58 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care Nurse jobs in Ohio?
Only CoreMedical Group Perm reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $42 per hour. For comparison, the Ohio average for Registered Nurses is $45 per hour — CoreMedical Group Perm pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| CoreMedical Group Perm | $42 | $42 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- CoreMedical Group Perm
- Dayton, OH
- 3x12 hrs
$32-52/hour
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