Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Connecticut | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $102,740 | $98,331 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $49.39 | $47.27 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $99,170.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in Connecticut is $102,740, or about $49.39 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. Connecticut is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in Connecticut typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 40,110 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $102,740, Connecticut offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.