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Registered Nurses Salary in Virginia
Ranked #27 of 51 · VA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of registered nursess in Virginia earn between $67,830 and $125,580. 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 Virginia is $93,850, about 7.5% below the U.S. average ($101,420). That works out to roughly $45/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Virginia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlottesville, VA | $99,320 | $97,780 | 3,040 |
| Winchester, VA-WV | $95,650 | $95,540 | 1,630 |
| Richmond, VA | $93,580 | $92,010 | 15,700 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA | $92,390 | $89,960 | 1,500 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $89,450 | $89,350 | 16,870 |
| Southside Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $84,550 | $85,430 | 2,050 |
| Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $82,200 | $83,330 | 690 |
| Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $82,140 | $81,970 | 2,080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do registered nurses make in Virginia?
The median registered nurses salary in Virginia is $93,600 per year (mean $93,850), and about 80% earn between $67,830 and $125,580.
How much do registered nurses make per hour in Virginia?
Roughly $45 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $93,850 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Virginia a high-paying state for registered nurses?
Virginia ranks #27 of 51 states for registered nurses pay. Its mean salary of $93,850 is about 7.5% below the U.S. average of $101,420.
Which metro areas in Virginia pay registered nurses the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Virginia for registered nurses are Charlottesville, VA ($99,320), Winchester, VA-WV ($95,650), Richmond, VA ($93,580), by median annual wage.