Healthcare Murfreesboro, TN Pop. 152,769

Registered Nurse Salary in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

The median registered nurse salary in Murfreesboro, TN is $76,347 per year, which is 6% below the national median and 3.3% above the Tennessee state average.

City Median
$76,347
vs State Avg
+$2,437
vs National
$-4,873
Cost of Living
92%

Registered Nurse Salary in Murfreesboro by Experience

In Murfreesboro, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $54,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $108,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,520
$-3,480 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$77,080
$-4,920 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$108,100
$-6,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Murfreesboro, TN

Percentile Murfreesboro
10th Percentile $53,956
25th Percentile $62,792
Median (50th) $76,347
75th Percentile $95,034
90th Percentile $113,552

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Tennessee Cities

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Murfreesboro

Education

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