Nurse Manager Salary Guide: Rhode Island
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$50.36/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager in Rhode Island is $50.36 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $49.47.
Last updated on November 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Manager salaries in Rhode Island compared to National Averages
$50.36/hour
Rhode Island
2% higher than the US average.
$49.47/hour
United States
What cities in Rhode Island pay the most for Nurse Managers?
Westerly, Rhode Island pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by Providence, Rhode Island ($40) and Warwick, Rhode Island ($40). Westerly, Rhode Island also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Westerly, Rhode Island pays 19% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Westerly, Rhode Island | $41 | $56 |
| Providence, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
| Warwick, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
| Woonsocket, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in Rhode Island compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $70 per hour, followed by Maryland ($56) and Connecticut ($53). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $73. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Massachusetts pays 39% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $70 | $73 |
| Maryland | $56 | $60 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| Pennsylvania | $53 | $55 |
| Maine | $49 | $50 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs in Rhode Island?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $47 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 7% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $47 | $50 |
Last updated on November 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Johnston
- Cumberland, RI
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