May 2025 BLS data
Registered Nurse salary in New York
The median registered nurse in New York earns $109,440/year ($52.62/hr) — 12% above the national median.
Median pay
$109,440/yr
Hourly median
$52.62/hr
State rank
#6 of 51
Employed
205,810
Registered Nurse pay percentiles in New York
| Percentile | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $38.35 | $79,760 |
| 25th percentile | $45.60 | $94,840 |
| Median (50th) | $52.62 | $109,440 |
| 75th percentile | $62.34 | $129,660 |
| 90th percentile | $75.52 | $157,090 |
The spread is large: top-decile registered nurses in New York out-earn the bottom decile by $37.17/hour — experience, certifications, and setting drive most of that gap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
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What do people in your role actually earn?
Registered Nurses in New York earn
$38.35–$75.52 /hour
Median $109,440/year · 205,810 employed
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025
Nearby states compared
- New Jersey$106,500/yr
- Massachusetts$104,550/yr
- Connecticut$102,740/yr
- Vermont$97,460/yr
- Pennsylvania$96,430/yr
Top-paying states for registered nurses
- 1. California$140,270/yr
- 2. Hawaii$136,320/yr
- 3. Oregon$129,010/yr
- 4. Washington$124,200/yr
- 5. Alaska$109,480/yr
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Registered Nurse salaries in every stateFrequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make in New York?
The median registered nurse in New York earns $109,440 per year, or $52.62 per hour, according to May 2025 BLS data. Most earn between $79,760 (10th percentile) and $157,090 (90th percentile).
What is a good registered nurse salary in New York?
Top-quartile registered nurses in New York earn $129,660 or more per year ($62.34/hr). Reaching that range typically comes from experience, certifications, and higher-paying settings.
How does New York compare to other states for registered nurses?
New York ranks #6 of 51 states, with a median 12% above the national median of $97,550.
What do entry-level registered nurses earn in New York?
Entry-level pay typically falls near the 10th–25th percentile: $79,760–$94,840 per year ($38.35–$45.60/hr) in New York.