Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Pennsylvania
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$47.19/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania is $47.19 per hour. This is 18% higher than the US average of $38.80.
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Pennsylvania compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Pennsylvania compared to National Averages
$47.19/hour
Pennsylvania
18% higher than the US average.
$38.80/hour
United States
What cities in Pennsylvania pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Pennsylvania pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Eagleville, Pennsylvania | $37 | $49 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Pennsylvania?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Pennsylvania?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Admission | $52 | $58 |
| Surgical ICU Stepdown | $50 | $50 |
| DOU - Direct Observation Unit | $50 | $50 |
| Med Surg / Telemetry | $50 | $50 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Pennsylvania compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Pennsylvania compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $61 | $66 |
| New York | $60 | $77 |
| New Jersey | $50 | $58 |
| Connecticut | $48 | $48 |
| Maryland | $47 | $49 |
| District of Columbia | $46 | $64 |
| Ohio | $42 | $50 |
| Delaware | $36 | $48 |
| Virginia | $33 | $38 |
| West Virginia | $30 | $41 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Pennsylvania?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Pennsylvania?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| BAYADA Home Health Care | $43 | $43 |
| Family First Homecare | $36 | $37 |
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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