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2026

Registered Nurse Salary Guide

Explore Registered Nurse salaries by experience level and region. See how specialty, certifications, and shift differentials affect RN pay.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry-Level

$60,000

to $80,000

Mid-Career

$80,000

to $110,000

Senior

$115,000

to $165,000

Salary by Region

RegionAverage Salary
United States$95,000
United Kingdom£38,000
India₹700,000

Key Skills

Patient CareACLS / BLSEHR SystemsTriageCritical ThinkingSpecialty Certifications

Career Outlook

Nursing demand continues to outpace supply, with travel nursing, advanced practice (NP, CRNA), and specialty certifications offering strong compensation upside.

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