Long Term Care Nurse Salary Guide: Washington
Average Long Term Care Nurse Salary
$61.10/hour
The average salary for a Long Term Care Nurse in Washington is $61.10 per hour. This is 15% higher than the US average of $51.91.
Last updated on November 14, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Long Term Care Nurse salaries in Washington compared to National Averages
$61.10/hour
Washington
15% higher than the US average.
$51.91/hour
United States
What cities in Washington pay the most for Long Term Care Nurses?
Gig Harbor, Washington, Issaquah, Washington, and Renton, Washington pay Long Term Care Nurses the most, all averaging $44 per hour. Gig Harbor, Washington also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Washington average for Long Term Care Nurses is $61 per hour — Gig Harbor, Washington, Issaquah, Washington, and Renton, Washington pay 29% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Gig Harbor, Washington | $44 | $59 |
| Issaquah, Washington | $44 | $59 |
| Renton, Washington | $44 | $59 |
How does the pay for Long Term Care Nurses in Washington compare to nearby states?
California pays Long Term Care Nurses the most, averaging $77 per hour, followed by North Dakota ($59) and Colorado ($58). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $97. For comparison, the Washington average for Long Term Care Nurses is $61 per hour — California pays 26% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $77 | $97 |
| North Dakota | $59 | $63 |
| Colorado | $58 | $67 |
| Idaho | $48 | $50 |
| South Dakota | $42 | $43 |
Last updated on November 14, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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