Average Public Health Nurse Salary

$45.25/hour

The average salary for a Public Health Nurse is $45.25 per hour.

Last updated on March 10, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Where do Public Health Nurses get paid the most?
StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
North Carolina$55$58
Virginia$38$43
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Public Health Nurse jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Mayo Clinic$44$44

Last updated on March 10, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Public Health Nurse FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Public Health RN?

Earning your AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (ACRN), Advanced HIV/AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (AACRN), Master of Public Health (MPH), Certification in Public Health (CPH) or Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) often increases your salary potential as a public health nurse or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (ACRN) boost my salary as a Public Health RN?

Yes, having a AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (ACRN) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a public health nurse.

Can having a Advanced HIV/AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (AACRN) boost my salary as a Public Health RN?

Yes, having a Advanced HIV/AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (AACRN) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a public health nurse.

Can having a Master of Public Health (MPH) boost my salary as a Public Health RN?

Yes, having a Master of Public Health (MPH) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a public health nurse.

Can having a Certification in Public Health (CPH) boost my salary as a Public Health RN?

Yes, having a Certification in Public Health (CPH) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a public health nurse.

Can having a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) boost my salary as a Public Health RN?

Yes, having a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a public health nurse.

Where can I learn more about working as a Public Health Nurse?

Take a look at Vivian's Public Health Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.