New Graduate Nurse Salary Guide: Worcester, MA
Average New Graduate Nurse Salary
$63.23/hour
The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in Worcester, MA is $63.23 per hour. This is 51% higher than the Massachusetts average of $30.85.
Last updated on December 15, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
New Graduate Nurse salaries in Worcester, MA compared to State and National Averages
$63.23/hour
Worcester, MA
36% higher than the US average.
$30.85/hour
Massachusetts
31% lower than the US average.
$40.28/hour
United States
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Worcester Compare to Other Cities
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Worcester Compare to Other Cities
Rochester, New York
$37/hour
This is 73% lower than the Worcester average of $63.23.
Fredericksburg, Virginia
$36/hour
This is 74% lower than the Worcester average of $63.23.
Richmond, Virginia
$32/hour
This is 97% lower than the Worcester average of $63.23.
What cities in Massachusetts pay the most for New Graduate Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Framingham, Massachusetts | $66 | $68 |
| Worcester, Massachusetts | $63 | $64 |
| Lowell, Massachusetts | $46 | $71 |
| Belmont, Massachusetts | $46 | $71 |
| Stoughton, Massachusetts | $46 | $71 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for New Graduate Nurse jobs in Worcester?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tenet Massachusetts | $52 | $52 |
Last updated on December 15, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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- Saint Vincent Hospital at Worcester Medical Center
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