Average Nurse Manager Salary

$43.37/hour

The average salary for a Nurse Manager in Ohio is $43.37 per hour. This is 13% lower than the US average of $48.85.

Last updated on October 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Nurse Manager salaries in Ohio compared to National Averages

$43.37/hour

Ohio

13% lower than the US average.

$48.85/hour

United States

What cities in Ohio pay the most for Nurse Managers?

Only Columbus, Ohio reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $49 per hour. Columbus, Ohio also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Ohio average for Nurse Managers is $43 per hour — Columbus, Ohio pays 13% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Columbus, Ohio$49$58
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in Ohio compare to nearby states?

Virginia pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Maryland ($56) and Pennsylvania ($53). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Ohio average for Nurse Managers is $43 per hour — Virginia pays 39% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Virginia$60$63
Maryland$56$60
Pennsylvania$53$55
Michigan$47$53
West Virginia$44$47
Kentucky$44$46

Last updated on October 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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