Nurse Manager Salary Guide
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$46.82/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager is $46.82 per hour. This is 17% higher than the nursing US average of $38.80.
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Nurse Manager compared to Registered Nurse National Averages
$46.82/hour
17% higher than the nursing US average.
$38.80/hour
United States
Where do Nurse Managers get paid the most?
| State | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $77 | $95 |
| California | $73 | $94 |
| Massachusetts | $61 | $66 |
| New York | $60 | $77 |
| New Mexico | $49 | $55 |
| Connecticut | $48 | $48 |
| Pennsylvania | $47 | $58 |
| Illinois | $47 | $49 |
| District of Columbia | $46 | $64 |
| North Carolina | $45 | $46 |
| Georgia | $43 | $53 |
| Nevada | $42 | $57 |
| Missouri | $42 | $54 |
| Michigan | $41 | $46 |
| Minnesota | $39 | $50 |
| Colorado | $38 | $40 |
| Texas | $36 | $50 |
| Kansas | $32 | $36 |
| Florida | $32 | $35 |
| Kentucky | $31 | $40 |
| Tennessee | $30 | $33 |
| Arkansas | $29 | $38 |
| Alabama | $29 | $38 |
| South Dakota | $29 | $38 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Community Medical Centers | $89 | $89 |
| Tenet North Cal | $87 | $89 |
| Tenet Desert | $70 | $70 |
| Adventist Health | $63 | $63 |
| Pyramid Consulting | $54 | $60 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $52 | $68 |
| Baylor Scott & White Health | $45 | $45 |
| Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX | $36 | $36 |
| Tenet Memphis | $31 | $31 |
| Lee Health | $30 | $49 |
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Nurse Manager Career Guide
Use our exclusive Career Guides to research the education, qualifications, skills and responsibilities for a variety of healthcare disciplines and specialties employers are hiring now.
Go to the guideTop Nurse Manager Jobs
Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Labor and Delivery
- Adventist Health
- Templeton, CA
$146K-219K/year
Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Adventist Health
- Templeton, CA
$146K-219K/year
Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Labor and Delivery
- Adventist Health
- San Luis Obispo, CA
$146K-219K/year
Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager
- Community Medical Centers
- Fresno, CA
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$77-101/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Adventist Health
- Tillamook, OR
$132K-199K/year
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Nurse Manager FAQs
What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Risk Management RN?
Can having a Certified Professional in Health Care Risk Management (CPHRM) boost my salary as a Risk Management RN?
Yes, having a Certified Professional in Health Care Risk Management (CPHRM) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a risk management nurse.
Can having a Health Care Quality & Management (HCQM) boost my salary as a Risk Management RN?
Yes, having a Health Care Quality & Management (HCQM) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a risk management nurse.
Where can I learn more about working as a Nursing Manager?
Take a look at Vivian's Nursing Manager Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.