Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Rhode Island
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$44.28/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Rhode Island is $44.28 per hour. This is 9% higher than the US average of $40.24.
Last updated on December 17, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Rhode Island compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Rhode Island compared to National Averages
$44.28/hour
Rhode Island
9% higher than the US average.
$40.24/hour
United States
What cities in Rhode Island pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Rhode Island pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Westerly, Rhode Island | $41 | $56 |
| Providence, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
| Warwick, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
| Woonsocket, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Rhode Island?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Rhode Island?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Telemetry | $33 | $43 |
| Nursing Home | $31 | $48 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Rhode Island compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Rhode Island compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $66 | $77 |
| Massachusetts | $62 | $66 |
| New Jersey | $49 | $58 |
| Connecticut | $49 | $49 |
| Pennsylvania | $48 | $56 |
| Maryland | $47 | $48 |
| New Hampshire | $41 | $52 |
| Delaware | $36 | $48 |
| Vermont | $34 | $46 |
| Maine | $34 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Rhode Island?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Rhode Island?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Core Medical-Perm | $42 | $44 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $41 | $41 |
| Elara Caring | $40 | $40 |
Last updated on December 17, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Registered Nurse Jobs
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Hospice
- Gentiva
- Warwick, RI
$80K-105K/year
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - School RN
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Registered Nurse (RN) - School RN
- Core Medical-Perm
- Central Falls, RI
- 5x8 hrs
$40-45/hour
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
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Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
- Core Medical-Perm
- Warwick, RI
- 3x12 hrs
$34-53/hour
Posted 13 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
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Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Medical Solutions Direct Hire
- Wakefield, RI
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
$65K-90K/year
approximately $34-48/hrPosted 1 day ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
- Core Medical-Perm
- Warwick, RI
- 3x12 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$32-51/hour
Posted 13 days ago
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