New Graduate Nurse Salary Guide: Nashville, TN
Average New Graduate Nurse Salary
$31.64/hour
The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in Nashville, TN is $31.64 per hour. This is 17% higher than the Tennessee average of $26.40.
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
New Graduate Nurse salaries in Nashville, TN compared to State and National Averages
$31.64/hour
Nashville, TN
23% lower than the US average.
$26.40/hour
Tennessee
47% lower than the US average.
$38.80/hour
United States
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Nashville Compare to Other Cities
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Nashville Compare to Other Cities
Salem, Virginia
$30/hour
This is 4% lower than the Nashville average of $31.64.
Lee's Summit, Missouri
$32/hour
This is 1% higher than the Nashville average of $31.64.
Kansas City, Missouri
$33/hour
This is 3% higher than the Nashville average of $31.64.
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for New Graduate Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville, Tennessee | $32 | $33 |
| Gallatin, Tennessee | $31 | $40 |
| Hendersonville, Tennessee | $31 | $40 |
| Lebanon, Tennessee | $31 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for New Graduate Nurse jobs in Nashville?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| HCA TriStar | $29 | $29 |
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate
- TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
- Nashville, TN
- 3x12 hrs
$29+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate
- TriStar Skyline Medical Center
- Nashville, TN
- 3x12 hrs
$29+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate
- TriStar Centennial Medical Center
- Nashville, TN
- 3x12 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$29+/hour
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