Registered Nurse (RN) Hourly Pay: 2022 Data & Factors

The average hourly wage for registered nurses in May 2022 was $35.44. This hourly wage is based on the data, including full-time, part-time, and temporary RN positions. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, The average hourly wage of registered nurses varies depending on various factors such as:

1. Experience: Nurses with more years of experience typically earn higher wages than those who are newer to the field.

2. Education: Nurses with advanced degrees, such as a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP), typically earn higher wages than those with only a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN).

3. Location: The cost of living in a particular area can affect registered nurse salaries. Nurses in higher-cost areas tend to earn more than those in lower-cost areas.

4. Type of employer: Registered nurses employed by hospitals tend to earn higher wages than those employed by other types of healthcare facilities, such as clinics or nursing homes.

5. Specialty: Some nursing specialties, such as critical care nursing, emergency nursing, and flight nursing, typically pay higher wages than other specialties.