Registered Nurse Salary Guide: New York
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$42.23/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in New York is $42.23 per hour. This is equal to the US average
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Nurse salaries in New York compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in New York compared to National Averages
$42.23/hour
New York
This is equal to the US average
$42.20/hour
United States
What cities in New York pay the most for Registered Nurses?
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?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in New York?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| New Graduate | $71 | $77 |
| Float | $67 | $77 |
| Telemetry | $66 | $77 |
| Med Surg / Telemetry | $66 | $77 |
| DOU - Direct Observation Unit | $66 | $77 |
| Intermediate Care | $66 | $77 |
| Med Surg | $66 | $77 |
| PCU - Progressive Care Unit | $66 | $77 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in New York compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in New York compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $63 | $66 |
| Maryland | $52 | $63 |
| Delaware | $50 | $50 |
| Pennsylvania | $49 | $55 |
| New Hampshire | $49 | $54 |
| Ohio | $44 | $47 |
| New Jersey | $43 | $43 |
| Vermont | $42 | $42 |
| Connecticut | $40 | $54 |
| West Virginia | $30 | $41 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in New York?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in New York?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $70 | $73 |
| Montefiore Medical Center | $60 | $60 |
| Core Medical-Perm | $47 | $47 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $35 | $37 |
Last updated on April 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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