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 Salary | Max 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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