Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Georgia

Q: What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Georgia?

The highest paying employer in Georgia for Registered Nurse jobs is Cherokee Federal, paying up to $51/hr. This is 4% higher than the average pay for Registered Nurse roles in Georgia.

Q: What cities in Georgia pay the most for Registered Nurses?

Albany is currently the highest paying city in Georgia for Registered Nurse jobs, paying up to $40/hr. This is 25% lower than the average pay for Registered Nurse roles in Georgia. Other top paying cities include Jasper, paying up to $48/hr, Conyers, paying up to $48/hr, and Hiram, paying up to $48/hr.

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Average Registered Nurse Salary

$48.27/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Georgia is $48.27 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $47.38.

Last updated on June 30, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Registered Nurse salaries in Georgia compared to National Averages

$48.27/hour

Georgia

2% higher than the US average.

$47.38/hour

United States

What cities in Georgia pay the most for Registered Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Conyers, Georgia	$35	$48
Smyrna, Georgia	$35	$48
Roswell, Georgia	$35	$48
Marietta, Georgia	$35	$48
Snellville, Georgia	$35	$48

What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Georgia?

Specialty	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Acute Care	$53	$53
Labor and Delivery	$52	$59
Skilled Nursing	$50	$53
Long Term Care	$49	$53
Rehabilitation	$49	$53
Telemetry	$49	$53
Nursing Home	$49	$53

How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Georgia compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Virginia	$51	$54
North Carolina	$50	$58
Ohio	$45	$51
Kentucky	$41	$42
Florida	$40	$47
Alabama	$39	$42
Tennessee	$36	$40
South Carolina	$31	$45
West Virginia	$30	$41
Mississippi	$29	$39