Float Nurse Salary Guide: New York
Average Float Nurse Salary
$50.40/hour
The average salary for a Float Nurse in New York is $50.40 per hour. This is 12% higher than the US average of $44.39.
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Float Nurse salaries in New York compared to National Averages
$50.40/hour
New York
12% higher than the US average.
$44.39/hour
United States
How does the pay for Float Nurses in New York compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Float Nurses the most, averaging $69 per hour, followed by Maryland ($58) and Connecticut ($54). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $78. For comparison, the New York average for Float Nurses is $50 per hour — Massachusetts pays 37% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $69 | $78 |
| Maryland | $58 | $60 |
| Connecticut | $54 | $55 |
| New Hampshire | $51 | $53 |
| New Jersey | $50 | $54 |
| Pennsylvania | $50 | $55 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Float Nurse jobs in New York?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Float Nurses, averaging $47 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the New York average for Float Nurses is $50 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 8% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $47 | $48 |
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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