Salary Report for Ohio Registered Nurses
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Compare Ohio to U.S.
Ohio Registered Nurses earn an average of $71,640 which is 13% less than the national average salary of $82,750.
| Type | Ohio | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $34.44 | $39.78 | -13.42% |
| Average Annual Salary | $71,640 | $82,750 | -13.43% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Ohio, 50% of Registered Nurses earn between $61,340 and $78,990 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Registered Nurses earn more than $94,690, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Registered Nurses.
Approximately 10% of Registered Nurses earn under $59,540, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Registered Nurses.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 12,927 | Under $59,540 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 19,390 | $59,540 – $61,340 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 32,318 | $61,340 – $74,080 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 32,318 | $74,080 – $78,990 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 19,390 | $74,080 – $94,690 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 12,927 | Above $94,690 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Registered Nurses in Ohio nurses earn about $78,133 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $82,750.
Cost-of-living in Ohio is 8% less than the national average, which means Ohio residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
More cost-of-living reports for U.S. States.
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $71,640, Ohio Registered Nurses tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($187,410), Nurse Midwives ($116,780), Nurse Practitioners ($112,490), and Nursing Instructors ($81,810).
However, Registered Nurses tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($31,330), and LPNs ($48,030).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $187,410 |
| Nurse Midwives | $116,780 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $112,490 |
| Nursing Instructors | $81,810 |
| Registered Nurses | $71,640 |
| LPNs | $48,030 |
| Nursing Assistants | $31,330 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Ohio the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (140,780), Nursing Assistants (64,100) and LPNs (42,410).
The three professions in Ohio needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (48.6%), Nursing Instructors (16.7%) and Nurse Anesthetists (7.6%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 131,400 | 140,780 | 7.1% | 7,990 |
| Nursing Assistants | 63,210 | 64,100 | 1.4% | 7,770 |
| LPNs | 40,690 | 42,410 | 4.2% | 3,310 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 9,660 | 14,350 | 48.6% | 1,100 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 3,010 | 3,240 | 7.6% | 180 |
| Nursing Instructors | 2,870 | 3,350 | 16.7% | 330 |
| Nurse Midwives | 340 | 350 | 2.9% | 20 |
Salaries Ranked by Ohio Cities
The average salary for Registered Nurses in Ohio is $71,640. The top cities that pay Registered Nurses the most are Cleveland-Elyria ($74,900), Columbus ($73,270) and Cincinnati ($72,400).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Registered Nurses the highest average annual salary are Dayton ($82,213), Cleveland-Elyria ($80,538) and Columbus ($77,757).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Registered Nurses in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Registered Nurses salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland-Elyria | $74,900 | $80,538 | $5,638 |
| Columbus | $73,270 | $77,757 | $4,487 |
| Cincinnati | $72,400 | $77,450 | $5,050 |
| Dayton | $72,150 | $82,213 | $10,063 |
| Akron | $71,340 | $76,743 | $5,403 |
| Toledo | $69,980 | $76,986 | $7,006 |
| Lima | $68,680 | $77,212 | $8,532 |
| Springfield | $68,650 | $76,635 | $7,985 |
| Canton-Massillon | $68,300 | $77,236 | $8,936 |
| Southern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area | $67,540 | $76,960 | $9,420 |
| Eastern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area | $67,520 | $76,937 | $9,417 |
| Mansfield | $67,190 | $76,850 | $9,660 |
| North Northeastern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area | $66,720 | $76,026 | $9,306 |
| West Northwestern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area | $65,790 | $74,966 | $9,176 |
| Youngstown-Warren-Boardman | $64,890 | $74,084 | $9,194 |
Salary FAQ for Ohio Registered Nurses
City and Rural Summaries
Akron
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $71,340
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $76,743
Hourly Wage: $34.30
Currently Employed: 8,430
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.96
Akron Salary Report
Canton-Massillon
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $68,300
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $77,236
Hourly Wage: $33
Currently Employed: 3,630
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.43
Canton-Massillon Salary Report
Cincinnati
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $72,400
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $77,450
Hourly Wage: $34.81
Currently Employed: 23,940
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.48
Cincinnati Salary Report
Cleveland-Elyria
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $74,900
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $80,538
Hourly Wage: $36
Currently Employed: 28,510
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.00
Cleveland-Elyria Salary Report
Columbus
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $73,270
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $77,757
Hourly Wage: $35.23
Currently Employed: 24,630
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.23
Columbus Salary Report
Dayton
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $72,150
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $82,213
Hourly Wage: $35
Currently Employed: 10,540
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.76
Dayton Salary Report
Eastern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $67,520
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $76,937
Hourly Wage: $32.46
Currently Employed: 2,930
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.76
Eastern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Lima
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $68,680
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $77,212
Hourly Wage: $33
Currently Employed: 1,600
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.95
Lima Salary Report
Mansfield
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $67,190
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $76,850
Hourly Wage: $32.31
Currently Employed: 1,020
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.43
Mansfield Salary Report
North Northeastern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $66,720
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $76,026
Hourly Wage: $32
Currently Employed: 5,250
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.76
North Northeastern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Southern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $67,540
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $76,960
Hourly Wage: $32.47
Currently Employed: 4,290
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.76
Southern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Springfield
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $68,650
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $76,635
Hourly Wage: $33
Currently Employed: 940
Cost-of-Living Index: 89.58
Springfield Salary Report
Toledo
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $69,980
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $76,986
Hourly Wage: $33.64
Currently Employed: 7,630
Cost-of-Living Index: 90.90
Toledo Salary Report
West Northwestern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $65,790
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $74,966
Hourly Wage: $32
Currently Employed: 3,540
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.76
West Northwestern Ohio Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Youngstown-Warren-Boardman
Average Registered Nurses Salary: $64,890
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $74,084
Hourly Wage: $31.20
Currently Employed: 4,470
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.59
Youngstown-Warren-Boardman Salary Report
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