Labor and Delivery Nurse Salary Guide: New York
Average Labor and Delivery Nurse Salary
$61.46/hour
The average salary for a Labor and Delivery Nurse in New York is $61.46 per hour. This is 13% higher than the US average of $53.27.
Last updated on September 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Labor and Delivery Nurse salaries in New York compared to National Averages
$61.46/hour
New York
13% higher than the US average.
$53.27/hour
United States
What cities in New York pay the most for Labor and Delivery Nurses?
Manhattan, New York pays Labor and Delivery Nurses the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Mount Vernon, New York ($45). Manhattan, New York also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the New York average for Labor and Delivery Nurses is $61 per hour — Manhattan, New York pays 11% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Manhattan, New York | $55 | $63 |
| Mount Vernon, New York | $45 | $61 |
How does the pay for Labor and Delivery Nurses in New York compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Labor and Delivery Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Connecticut ($53). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $71. For comparison, the New York average for Labor and Delivery Nurses is $61 per hour — Massachusetts pays 7% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $57 | $71 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
Last updated on September 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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