Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Pennsylvania

Q: What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Pennsylvania?

The highest paying employer in Pennsylvania for Registered Nurse jobs is Perm Staff Jobs, paying up to $44/hr. This is 12% lower than the average pay for Registered Nurse roles in Pennsylvania.

Q: What cities in Pennsylvania pay the most for Registered Nurses?

Enola is currently the highest paying city in Pennsylvania for Registered Nurse jobs, paying up to $53/hr. This is 4% higher than the average pay for Registered Nurse roles in Pennsylvania. Other top paying cities include West Grove, paying up to $49/hr, Paoli, paying up to $49/hr, and Coatesville, paying up to $49/hr.

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Average Registered Nurse Salary

$48.84/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania is $48.84 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $47.97.

Last updated on July 21, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Registered Nurse salaries in Pennsylvania compared to National Averages

$48.84/hour

Pennsylvania

2% higher than the US average.

$47.97/hour

United States

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?

Specialty	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Nursing Home	$51	$55
Rehabilitation	$51	$55
Long Term Care	$51	$55
Skilled Nursing	$51	$55
Surgical ICU Stepdown	$50	$50

How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Pennsylvania compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Massachusetts	$68	$85
New Jersey	$58	$61
Maryland	$54	$60
Connecticut	$52	$55
Virginia	$51	$56
Delaware	$50	$53
New York	$49	$56
District of Columbia	$46	$64
Vermont	$42	$42
West Virginia	$40	$41