Nurse Manager Salary Guide: Washington
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$41.43/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager in Washington is $41.43 per hour. This is 27% lower than the US average of $52.56.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Nurse Manager salaries in Washington compared to National Averages
$41.43/hour
Washington
27% lower than the US average.
$52.56/hour
United States
What cities in Washington pay the most for Nurse Managers?
Only Vancouver, Washington reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $46 per hour. Vancouver, Washington also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Washington average for Registered Nurses is $41 per hour — Vancouver, Washington pays 11% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver, Washington | $46 | $60 |
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in Washington compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $64 per hour, followed by Michigan ($46). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $81. For comparison, the Washington average for Registered Nurses is $41 per hour — Colorado pays 54% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $64 | $81 |
| Michigan | $46 | $53 |
Last updated on October 16, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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