Clinical Nurse Salary Guide: Massachusetts
Average Clinical Nurse Salary
$73.92/hour
The average salary for a Clinical Nurse in Massachusetts is $73.92 per hour. This is 38% higher than the US average of $46.04.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Clinical Nurse salaries in Massachusetts compared to National Averages
$73.92/hour
Massachusetts
38% higher than the US average.
$46.04/hour
United States
What cities in Massachusetts pay the most for Clinical Nurses?
Newton, Massachusetts pays Clinical Nurses the most, averaging $69 per hour, followed by Belmont, Massachusetts ($46) and Stoughton, Massachusetts ($46). Newton, Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $71. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Registered Nurses is $74 per hour — Newton, Massachusetts pays 6% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Newton, Massachusetts | $69 | $71 |
| Belmont, Massachusetts | $46 | $71 |
| Stoughton, Massachusetts | $46 | $71 |
How does the pay for Clinical Nurses in Massachusetts compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Clinical Nurses the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Texas ($50) and Florida ($37). Texas has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Registered Nurses is $74 per hour — North Carolina pays 22% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $58 | $58 |
| Texas | $50 | $60 |
| Florida | $37 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Clinical Nurse jobs in Massachusetts?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Clinical Nurses, averaging $63 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Registered Nurses is $74 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 14% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $63 | $69 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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