Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Washington
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$41.43/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Washington is $41.43 per hour. This is 5% higher than the US average of $39.46.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Nurse salaries in Washington compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Washington compared to National Averages
$41.43/hour
Washington
5% higher than the US average.
$39.46/hour
United States
What cities in Washington pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Washington pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Edmonds, Washington | $44 | $59 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Washington compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Washington compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $77 | $95 |
| California | $71 | $90 |
| Nevada | $42 | $57 |
| Colorado | $39 | $44 |
| Idaho | $33 | $45 |
| Montana | $33 | $44 |
| Utah | $33 | $43 |
| North Dakota | $32 | $40 |
| South Dakota | $29 | $38 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Washington?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Washington?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Core Medical-Perm | $58 | $58 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $50 | $50 |
Last updated on December 22, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Registered Nurse Jobs
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
- Core Medical-Perm
- Union Gap, WA
- 3x12 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$40-76/hour
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care
- Medical Solutions Direct Hire
- Tonasket, WA
- 5x8 hrs
$38-62/hour
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