Registered Nurse Salary Guide: New York

Q: What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in New York?

The highest paying employer in New York for Registered Nurse jobs is Medical Solutions Direct Hire, paying up to $68/hr. This is 2% higher than the average pay for Registered Nurse roles in New York.

Q: What cities in New York pay the most for Registered Nurses?

Ontario is currently the highest paying city in New York for Registered Nurse jobs, paying up to $77/hr. This is 12% higher than the average pay for Registered Nurse roles in New York. Other top paying cities include Manhattan, paying up to $63/hr, Orangeburg, paying up to $61/hr, and Pound Ridge, paying up to $61/hr.

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Average Registered Nurse Salary

$67.23/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in New York is $67.23 per hour. This is 41% higher than the US average of $39.71.

Last updated on December 21, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Registered Nurse salaries in New York compared to National Averages

$67.23/hour

New York

41% higher than the US average.

$39.71/hour

United States

What cities in New York pay the most for Registered Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Manhattan, New York	$55	$63
Brooklyn, New York	$45	$61
Mount Vernon, New York	$45	$61
Stony Brook, New York	$45	$61

What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in New York?

Specialty	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
DOU - Direct Observation Unit	$70	$77
Med Surg / Telemetry	$70	$77
Intermediate Care	$70	$77
Med Surg	$70	$77
PCU - Progressive Care Unit	$70	$77

How does the pay for Registered Nurses in New York compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Massachusetts	$62	$66
Connecticut	$48	$48
Pennsylvania	$47	$58
Rhode Island	$44	$46
New Jersey	$43	$43
New Hampshire	$41	$52
Maryland	$37	$49
Delaware	$36	$48
Vermont	$34	$46
Maine	$34	$45