Healthcare South Burlington, VT Pop. 20,292

Registered Nurse Salary in South Burlington, Vermont

The median registered nurse salary in South Burlington, VT is $89,342 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 6.8% above the Vermont state average.

City Median
$89,342
vs State Avg
+$5,685
vs National
+$8,122
Cost of Living
108%

Registered Nurse Salary in South Burlington by Experience

In South Burlington, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $63,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $126,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 108% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,800
+$5,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$90,200
+$8,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$126,500
+$11,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Burlington, VT

Percentile South Burlington
10th Percentile $63,140
25th Percentile $73,480
Median (50th) $89,342
75th Percentile $111,210
90th Percentile $132,880

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Vermont Cities

How to Become a Registered Nurse in South Burlington

Education

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