Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary Guide: Washington
Average Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary
$41.43/hour
The average salary for a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Washington is $41.43 per hour. This is 28% lower than the US average of $52.99.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse salaries in Washington compared to National Averages
$41.43/hour
Washington
28% lower than the US average.
$52.99/hour
United States
How does the pay for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses in Washington compare to nearby states?
California pays Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses the most, averaging $81 per hour, followed by Colorado ($54) and Michigan ($28). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $92. For comparison, the Washington average for Registered Nurses is $41 per hour — California pays 95% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $81 | $92 |
| Colorado | $54 | $62 |
| Michigan | $28 | $28 |
Last updated on October 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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