Healthcare Rochester, NH Pop. 31,366

Registered Nurse Salary in Rochester, New Hampshire

The median registered nurse salary in Rochester, NH is $82,032 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median and 6.5% below the New Hampshire state average.

City Median
$82,032
vs State Avg
$-5,686
vs National
+$812
Cost of Living
98%

Registered Nurse Salary in Rochester by Experience

In Rochester, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $58,580, while experienced professionals earn up to $116,150 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,580
+$580 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$82,820
+$820 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$116,150
+$1,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rochester, NH

Percentile Rochester
10th Percentile $57,974
25th Percentile $67,468
Median (50th) $82,032
75th Percentile $102,111
90th Percentile $122,008

Registered Nurse Salary in Other New Hampshire Cities

Nashua, NH
$91,779
Pop. 91,322
Manchester, NH
$88,530
Pop. 115,644
Dover, NH
$86,905
Pop. 32,741
Concord, NH
$85,281
Pop. 43,976

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Rochester

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Rochester and the surrounding New Hampshire 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 Rochester may vary based on local industry and population growth.