Public Health Nurse Salary Guide
Average Public Health Nurse Salary
$56.41/hour
The average salary for a Public Health Nurse is $56.41 per hour. This is 21% higher than the nursing US average of $44.71.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Public Health Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages
$56.41/hour
21% higher than the nursing US average.
$44.71/hour
United States
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Public Health Nurse jobs?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Public Health Nurses, averaging $52 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $65. For comparison, the national average for Public Health Nurses is $56 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 8% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $52 | $65 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Public Health RN?
Earning your AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (ACRN), Advanced HIV/AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (AACRN), Master of Public Health (MPH), Certification in Public Health (CPH) or Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) often increases your salary potential as a public health nurse or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.
Can having a AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (ACRN) boost my salary as a Public Health RN?
Yes, having a AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (ACRN) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a public health nurse.
Can having a Advanced HIV/AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (AACRN) boost my salary as a Public Health RN?
Yes, having a Advanced HIV/AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (AACRN) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a public health nurse.
Can having a Master of Public Health (MPH) boost my salary as a Public Health RN?
Yes, having a Master of Public Health (MPH) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a public health nurse.
Can having a Certification in Public Health (CPH) boost my salary as a Public Health RN?
Yes, having a Certification in Public Health (CPH) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a public health nurse.
Can having a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) boost my salary as a Public Health RN?
Yes, having a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a public health nurse.
Where can I learn more about working as a Public Health Nurse?
Take a look at Vivian's Public Health Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.