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Registered Nurse Salary in Cleveland, Ohio

The median registered nurse salary in Cleveland, OH is $71,474 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 4.3% below the Ohio state average.

City Median
$71,474
vs State Avg
$-3,248
vs National
$-9,746
Cost of Living
86%

Registered Nurse Salary in Cleveland by Experience

In Cleveland, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $51,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $101,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,040
$-6,960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$72,160
$-9,840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$101,200
$-13,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Cleveland, OH

Percentile Cleveland
10th Percentile $50,512
25th Percentile $58,784
Median (50th) $71,474
75th Percentile $88,968
90th Percentile $106,304

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Ohio Cities

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Cleveland

Education

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