Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Washington, DC
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$34.03/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Washington, DC is $34.03 per hour. This is equal to the District of Columbia average
Estimate based on Payscale data.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Washington, DC compared to State and National Averages
$34.03/hour
Washington, DC
16% lower than the US average.
$34.03/hour
District of Columbia
16% lower than the US average.
$39.59/hour
United States
How Acute Care Nurse Salaries in Washington Compare to Other Cities
How Acute Care Nurse Salaries in Washington Compare to Other Cities
Laurel, Maryland
$40/hour
This is equal to the Washington average
Columbia, Maryland
$38/hour
This is 6% lower than the Washington average of $40.08.
Baltimore, Maryland
$38/hour
This is 6% lower than the Washington average of $40.08.
What cities in District of Columbia pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, District of Columbia | $40 | $53 |
Last updated on May 21, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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