Nursing Instructor Salary and Job Outlook: 2020 BLS Data

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2020), the median annual wage for nursing instructors was $76,910. The lowest 10% earned <$51,320; the highest 10% earned >$117,280. Most positions require a master's in nursing and active RN license; some require clinical RN experience. Job outlook is strong due to growing nurse demand.