Healthcare Springfield, MO Pop. 169,176

Registered Nurse Salary in Springfield, Missouri

The median registered nurse salary in Springfield, MO is $66,600 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 6.8% below the Missouri state average.

City Median
$66,600
vs State Avg
$-4,874
vs National
$-14,620
Cost of Living
82%

Registered Nurse Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $47,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,300 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$47,560
$-10,440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$67,240
$-14,760 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$94,300
$-20,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, MO

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $47,068
25th Percentile $54,776
Median (50th) $66,600
75th Percentile $82,902
90th Percentile $99,056

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Missouri Cities

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Springfield

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Springfield and the surrounding Missouri area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Springfield may vary based on local industry and population growth.