New Graduate Nurse Salary Guide: North Carolina

Average New Graduate Nurse Salary

$29.39/hour

The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in North Carolina is $29.39 per hour. This is 6% lower than the US average of $31.14.

Last updated on April 23, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

New Graduate Nurse salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages

$29.39/hour

North Carolina

6% lower than the US average.

$31.14/hour

United States

How does the pay for New Graduate Nurses in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Virginia$36$42
Tennessee$28$29
Georgia$26$26
Florida$26$26

Last updated on April 23, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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