Nurse Manager Salary Guide: District of Columbia
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$45.59/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager in District of Columbia is $45.59 per hour. This is 13% lower than the US average of $51.62.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Nurse Manager salaries in District of Columbia compared to National Averages
$45.59/hour
District of Columbia
13% lower than the US average.
$51.62/hour
United States
What cities in District of Columbia pay the most for Nurse Managers?
Only Washington, District of Columbia reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $40 per hour. Washington, District of Columbia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the District of Columbia average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Washington, District of Columbia pays 12% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, District of Columbia | $40 | $53 |
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in District of Columbia compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Maryland ($56) and Connecticut ($53). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the District of Columbia average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Virginia pays 27% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $58 | $62 |
| Maryland | $56 | $60 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| Pennsylvania | $52 | $55 |
| West Virginia | $45 | $47 |
| Ohio | $44 | $51 |
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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