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Registered Nurses Salary in Connecticut
Ranked #11 of 51 · CT
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of registered nursess in Connecticut earn between $80,350 and $134,870. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean registered nurses salary in Connecticut is $105,250, about 3.8% above the U.S. average ($101,420). That works out to roughly $51/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Connecticut
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $105,660 | $111,740 | 8,370 |
| New Haven, CT | $104,490 | $108,670 | 10,050 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $101,690 | $103,200 | 3,050 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $101,470 | $103,080 | 13,850 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT | $101,330 | $99,550 | 2,460 |
| Connecticut nonmetropolitan area | $100,380 | $100,670 | 1,120 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do registered nurses make in Connecticut?
The median registered nurses salary in Connecticut is $102,740 per year (mean $105,250), and about 80% earn between $80,350 and $134,870.
How much do registered nurses make per hour in Connecticut?
Roughly $51 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $105,250 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Connecticut a high-paying state for registered nurses?
Connecticut ranks #11 of 51 states for registered nurses pay. Its mean salary of $105,250 is about 3.8% above the U.S. average of $101,420.
Which metro areas in Connecticut pay registered nurses the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Connecticut for registered nurses are Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT ($105,660), New Haven, CT ($104,490), Waterbury-Shelton, CT ($101,690), by median annual wage.