New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary in the United States

New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary

How much does a New Graduate Registered Nurse make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a New Graduate Registered Nurse in the United States is $73,873. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $58,269 to a high of $85,060, with most professionals earning between $65,706 and $79,729.

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New Graduate Registered Nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $58,269 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $65,706 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $73,873 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $79,729 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $85,060 US April 01, 2025
25% $65,706 10% $58,269 90% $85,060 75% $79,729 $73,873 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a New Graduate Registered Nurse ?

A Registered Nurse (RN) is a nurse who has graduated from a nursing program and met the requirements outlined by a country, state, province or similar licensing body to obtain a nursing license. An RN's scope of practice is determined by legislation, and is regulated by a professional body or council. Registered nurses are employed in a wide variety of professional settings, and often specialize in a field of practice. They may be responsible for supervising care delivered by other healthcare workers, including student nurses, licensed practical nurses, unlicensed assistive personnel, and les...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of New Graduate Registered Nurse in the United States. The base salary for New Graduate Registered Nurse ranges from $65,706 to $79,729 with the average base salary of $73,873. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $65,706 to $79,729 with the average total cash compensation of $73,873.

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