Nurse Manager Salary Guide: Connecticut
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$52.95/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager in Connecticut is $52.95 per hour. This is 3% higher than the US average of $51.55.
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Manager salaries in Connecticut compared to National Averages
$52.95/hour
Connecticut
3% higher than the US average.
$51.55/hour
United States
What cities in Connecticut pay the most for Nurse Managers?
Milford, Connecticut, Norwalk, Connecticut, and Stamford, Connecticut pay Nurse Managers the most, all averaging $57 per hour. For comparison, the Connecticut average for Nurse Managers is $53 per hour — Milford, Connecticut, Norwalk, Connecticut, and Stamford, Connecticut pay 8% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Milford, Connecticut | $57 | $57 |
| Norwalk, Connecticut | $57 | $57 |
| Stamford, Connecticut | $57 | $57 |
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in Connecticut compare to nearby states?
Maryland pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($52) and Maine ($49). Maryland also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Connecticut average for Nurse Managers is $53 per hour — Maryland pays 7% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $56 | $60 |
| Pennsylvania | $52 | $55 |
| Maine | $49 | $50 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs in Connecticut?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $52 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Connecticut average for Nurse Managers is $53 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $52 | $56 |
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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