Average Registered Nurse Salary

$58.42/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Washington is $58.42 per hour. This is 21% higher than the US average of $46.41.

Last updated on April 8, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Registered Nurse salaries in Washington compared to National Averages

$58.42/hour

Washington

21% higher than the US average.

$46.41/hour

United States

What cities in Washington pay the most for Registered Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Yakima, Washington$59$62
Vancouver, Washington$46$60
Gig Harbor, Washington$44$59
Issaquah, Washington$44$59
Renton, Washington$44$59
Monroe, Washington$44$59
Snoqualmie, Washington$44$59
Bellevue, Washington$44$59
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Washington compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Oregon$77$95
California$76$93
Nevada$52$53
Idaho$49$52
Colorado$47$52
Utah$44$45
South Dakota$41$43
North Dakota$39$40
Montana$33$44
Wyoming$33$43
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Washington?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$59$59
Core Medical-Perm$58$58
Talent Works International$52$52
Medical Solutions Direct Hire$50$50

Last updated on April 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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