Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Connecticut
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$40.12/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Connecticut is $40.12 per hour. This is 7% higher than the US average of $37.24.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Nurse salaries in Connecticut compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Connecticut compared to National Averages
$40.12/hour
Connecticut
7% higher than the US average.
$37.24/hour
United States
What cities in Connecticut pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Connecticut pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Danbury, Connecticut | $44 | $61 |
| Milford, Connecticut | $42 | $57 |
| Greenwich, Connecticut | $42 | $57 |
| Bridgeport, Connecticut | $42 | $57 |
| Norwalk, Connecticut | $42 | $57 |
| Stamford, Connecticut | $42 | $57 |
| Westport, Connecticut | $42 | $57 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Connecticut?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Connecticut?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Behavioral Health | $49 | $49 |
| Psychiatric | $48 | $48 |
| Mental Health | $48 | $48 |
| Nursing Home | $34 | $47 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Connecticut compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Connecticut compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $45 | $68 |
| New York | $42 | $60 |
| New Jersey | $41 | $53 |
| Rhode Island | $40 | $50 |
| Maryland | $37 | $49 |
| Delaware | $36 | $48 |
| New Hampshire | $36 | $48 |
| Pennsylvania | $34 | $46 |
| Vermont | $34 | $46 |
| Maine | $34 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Connecticut?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Connecticut?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Jobot | $45 | $45 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $44 | $44 |
| Elara Caring | $11 | $11 |
Last updated on February 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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