Registered Nurse Salary in Washington

Compare live registered nurse pay signals and active healthcare openings in Washington.

Generated from 38 active jobs and 33 listed-pay samples in this market.

Average salary

$142,002

Hourly average

$68.27/hr

Low

$100,547

High

$174,238

Vs national

+44%

Salary distribution

Mean, median, and range in Washington

33 pay samples
Low $100,547
Median $160,680
Mean $142,002
High $174,238
Low sample$100,547
Median$160,680
Mean$142,002
High sample$174,238

Purchasing power

Salary vs cost of living

Local salary$142,002
National benchmark$98,430
Purchasing power$144,900

Because local costs are lower, this salary can feel closer to this amount in an average-cost city.

Local average$142,002
National benchmark$98,430
Benchmark sourceBLS OEWS May 2025
Estimated local cost level98 cents per national $1
Purchasing power$144,900
Estimated rent share9 cents of each gross-pay dollar

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Does Washington pay stretch further?

Compare Registered Nurse pay with local cost levels included.

Here

$142,002 adjusted

Compared with

$84,571 adjusted

RN Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level

0-2 years

$116,442

$102,241$127,802

Mid Level

3-5 years

$142,002

$127,802$156,202

Experienced

6-10 years

$160,462

$144,842$176,082

Senior

10+ years

$184,603

$164,722$205,903

What Affects RN Pay in Washington?

Shift Differentials

  • Day ShiftBase pay
  • Evening Shift+$2-4/hr
  • Night Shift+$4-8/hr
  • Weekend+$3-6/hr

Location Factors

  • Rural areas may offer higher pay due to staffing shortages.
  • Hospital systems typically pay more than private clinics.
  • Travel RN positions offer premium rates.
  • Cost-of-living adjustments can improve purchasing power.

RN Benefits & Top Employers in Washington

Common Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision benefits vary by employer
  • Shift differential opportunities may be available
  • Sign-on and relocation incentives vary by facility
  • Continuing education or certification support may be available

Market summary

Registered Nurse pay in Washington is estimated from live JibJob openings with listed compensation. Use this guide to compare pay alongside current employer demand before applying.

This generated salary page requires at least 10 active jobs and 3 usable salary samples in the market, so low-inventory role and city combinations are not published.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Registered Nurse salary in Washington?
The current JibJob estimate for Registered Nurse roles in Washington is based on 33 listed-pay job samples across 38 active openings.
Are Registered Nurse jobs hiring in Washington?
Yes. JibJob is currently tracking 38 active registered nurse openings in Washington.

Data Sources & Methodology

The data presented on this page is compiled from multiple authoritative sources to provide accurate and up-to-date information about healthcare careers and cost of living.

Last updated: 2026-06-16T06:23:19.908Z

Salary data represents averages and may vary based on experience, employer, and specific position. Cost of living indices are relative to the national average of 100.