New Graduate Nurse Salary Guide: Salem, VA
Average New Graduate Nurse Salary
$26.10/hour
The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in Salem, VA is $26.10 per hour. This is 90% lower than the Virginia average of $49.50.
Last updated on November 16, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
New Graduate Nurse salaries in Salem, VA compared to State and National Averages
$26.10/hour
Salem, VA
85% lower than the US average.
$49.50/hour
Virginia
3% higher than the US average.
$48.16/hour
United States
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Salem Compare to Other Cities
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Salem Compare to Other Cities
Hickory, North Carolina
$41/hour
This is 17% lower than the Salem average of $47.94.
Morganton, North Carolina
$42/hour
This is 15% lower than the Salem average of $47.94.
Richmond, Virginia
$49/hour
This is 3% higher than the Salem average of $47.94.
What cities in Virginia pay the most for New Graduate Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Fredericksburg, Virginia | $56 | $63 |
| Hopewell, Virginia | $51 | $56 |
| Richmond, Virginia | $49 | $54 |
| Salem, Virginia | $48 | $52 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for New Graduate Nurse jobs in Salem?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $42 |
Last updated on November 16, 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
- LewisGale Medical Center
- Salem, VA
$33-50/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- LewisGale Medical Center
- Salem, VA
$33-50/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate
- LewisGale Medical Center
- Salem, VA
$32-48/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- LewisGale Medical Center
- Salem, VA
$32-48/hour
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