Average Nursing Administrator Salary

$49.79/hour

The average salary for a Nursing Administrator is $49.79 per hour. This is 10% higher than the nursing US average of $44.87.

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Nursing Administrator compared to Registered Nurse National Averages

$49.79/hour

10% higher than the nursing US average.

$44.87/hour

United States

Where do Nursing Administrators get paid the most?

Only Florida reports pay data for Nursing Administrators, averaging $42 per hour. Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $51. For comparison, the national average for Nursing Administrators is $50 per hour — Florida pays 15% less.

StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Florida$42$51
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nursing Administrator jobs?

Perm Staff Jobs pays Nursing Administrators the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Tenet-AZ Region ($44) and Detroit Medical Center ($37). For comparison, the national average for Nursing Administrators is $50 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 3% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$48$48
Tenet-AZ Region$44$44
Detroit Medical Center$37$37
Tenet South Carolina$35$35
University of Miami$34$34
Palm Beach Health Network - Tenet$32$32

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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Nursing Administrator FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Nursing Administrator?

Earning your Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC) or Nurse Executive or Advanced Certification (NEA-BC) often increases your salary potential as a nursing administrator or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC) boost my salary as a Nursing Administrator?

Yes, having a Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a nursing administrator.

Can having a Nurse Executive or Advanced Certification (NEA-BC) boost my salary as a Nursing Administrator?

Yes, having a Nurse Executive or Advanced Certification (NEA-BC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a nursing administrator.

Where can I learn more about working as a Nursing Administrator?

Take a look at Vivian's Nursing Administrator Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.