Registered Nurse Salary Guide: District of Columbia
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$45.59/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in District of Columbia is $45.59 per hour. This is 13% higher than the US average of $39.71.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Nurse salaries in District of Columbia compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in District of Columbia compared to National Averages
$45.59/hour
District of Columbia
13% higher than the US average.
$39.71/hour
United States
What cities in District of Columbia pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in District of Columbia pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, District of Columbia | $40 | $53 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in District of Columbia compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in District of Columbia compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $67 | $77 |
| Connecticut | $48 | $48 |
| Pennsylvania | $47 | $58 |
| North Carolina | $46 | $50 |
| New Jersey | $43 | $43 |
| Ohio | $41 | $50 |
| Maryland | $37 | $49 |
| Delaware | $36 | $48 |
| Virginia | $33 | $38 |
| West Virginia | $30 | $41 |
Last updated on December 21, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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