Float Nurse Salary Guide: Massachusetts
Average Float Nurse Salary
$71.96/hour
The average salary for a Float Nurse in Massachusetts is $71.96 per hour. This is 36% higher than the US average of $46.20.
Last updated on September 17, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Float Nurse salaries in Massachusetts compared to National Averages
$71.96/hour
Massachusetts
36% higher than the US average.
$46.20/hour
United States
How does the pay for Float Nurses in Massachusetts compare to nearby states?
Maryland pays Float Nurses the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by New York ($50) and New Jersey ($50). Maryland also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Float Nurses is $72 per hour — Maryland pays 24% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $55 | $60 |
| New York | $50 | $59 |
| New Jersey | $50 | $54 |
| Pennsylvania | $50 | $50 |
| New Hampshire | $47 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Float Nurse jobs in Massachusetts?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Float Nurses the most, averaging $69 per hour, followed by Tenet Massachusetts ($66). Tenet Massachusetts has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $79. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Float Nurses is $72 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 4% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $69 | $69 |
| Tenet Massachusetts | $66 | $79 |
Last updated on September 17, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Float
- MetroWest Medical Center - Leonard Morse Hospital
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$45-77/hour
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