Registered Nurse Salary Guide: New Jersey
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$49.75/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in New Jersey is $49.75 per hour. This is 22% higher than the US average of $38.80.
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages
$49.75/hour
New Jersey
22% higher than the US average.
$38.80/hour
United States
What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Edison, New Jersey | $45 | $61 |
| Englewood, New Jersey | $45 | $61 |
| Wayne, New Jersey | $45 | $61 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in New Jersey?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in New Jersey?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospice | $46 | $50 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $61 | $66 |
| New York | $60 | $77 |
| Connecticut | $48 | $48 |
| Maryland | $47 | $49 |
| Pennsylvania | $47 | $58 |
| District of Columbia | $46 | $64 |
| Rhode Island | $44 | $46 |
| Vermont | $41 | $42 |
| New Hampshire | $40 | $52 |
| Delaware | $36 | $48 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in New Jersey?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in New Jersey?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | $51 | $51 |
| BAYADA Home Health Care | $43 | $43 |
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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- Millville, NJ
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