Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Rutherfordton, NC

Q: What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?

Burlington is currently the highest paying city in North Carolina for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs, paying up to $100/hr. This is 45% higher than the average pay for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse roles in North Carolina. Other top paying cities include Waynesville, paying up to $58/hr, Rutherfordton, paying up to $58/hr, and Asheville, paying up to $58/hr.

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Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary

$54.66/hour

The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Rutherfordton, NC is $54.66 per hour. This is 17% higher than the North Carolina average of $45.64.

Last updated on July 19, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Rutherfordton, NC compared to State and National Averages

$54.66/hour

Rutherfordton, NC

13% higher than the US average.

$45.64/hour

North Carolina

5% lower than the US average.

$47.78/hour

United States

How Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salaries in Rutherfordton Compare to Other Cities

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Hendersonville, North Carolina

$32/hour

This is 69% lower than the Rutherfordton average of $54.66.

Morganton, North Carolina

$38/hour

This is 43% lower than the Rutherfordton average of $54.66.

Asheville, North Carolina

$51/hour

This is 8% lower than the Rutherfordton average of $54.66.

What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Waynesville, North Carolina	$58	$58
Rutherfordton, North Carolina	$55	$58
Asheville, North Carolina	$51	$58
Morganton, North Carolina	$38	$38
Brevard, North Carolina	$38	$38

What are the highest paying Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Rutherfordton?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs	$40	$49

Last updated on July 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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