New Graduate Nurse Salary Guide: Richmond, VA
Average New Graduate Nurse Salary
$26.10/hour
The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in Richmond, VA is $26.10 per hour. This is 90% lower than the Virginia average of $49.50.
Last updated on February 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
New Graduate Nurse salaries in Richmond, VA compared to State and National Averages
$26.10/hour
Richmond, 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 Richmond Compare to Other Cities
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Richmond Compare to Other Cities
Hopewell, Virginia
$51/hour
This is 3% higher than the Richmond average of $49.17.
Fredericksburg, Virginia
$56/hour
This is 13% higher than the Richmond average of $49.17.
Salem, Virginia
$48/hour
This is 3% lower than the Richmond average of $49.17.
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 Richmond?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $46 |
Last updated on February 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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- Parham Doctor's Hospital
- Richmond, VA
$37-56/hour
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- Chippenham Hospital
- Richmond, VA
$34-51/hour
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- Parham Doctor's Hospital
- Richmond, VA
$34-51/hour
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- Retreat Doctors' Hospital
- Richmond, VA
$32-48/hour
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- Henrico Doctor's Hospital
- Richmond, VA
$32-48/hour
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