Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Virginia

Average Acute Care Nurse Salary

$53.76/hour

The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Virginia is $53.76 per hour. This is 11% higher than the US average of $47.60.

Last updated on October 31, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Acute Care Nurse salaries in Virginia compared to National Averages

$53.76/hour

Virginia

11% higher than the US average.

$47.60/hour

United States

How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in Virginia compare to nearby states?

Georgia pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($53) and South Carolina ($41). North Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Virginia average for Registered Nurses is $54 per hour — Georgia pays 2% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Georgia$53$53
North Carolina$53$58
South Carolina$41$44
Tennessee$39$40

Last updated on October 31, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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